illustrate: Meaning and Definition of

il•lus•trate

1. to furnish (a book, magazine, etc.) with drawings, pictures, or other artwork intended for explanation, elucidation, or adornment.
2. to make clear or intelligible, as by examples or analogies; exemplify.
3. to enlighten.

1. to clarify one's words, writings, etc., with examples: To prevent misunderstandings, let me illustrate.