Word
graphical
Phoneticsgraph·i·cal
US/ˈɡɹæfɪkəɫ/
UK/ɡɹˈæfɪkəl/
Definitions
01computer images
adj. related to images, icons, and drawings on a computer screen rather than just text.
adj. relating to or using computer graphics or visual icons to represent information and functions.
“The new operating system has a beautiful graphical interface that is easy to use.”
“Modern software relies heavily on a graphical user interface to ensure that complex functions remain accessible to non-technical users.”
Technical
Usage
Commonly modifies 'interface', 'display', or 'representation'.
Antonyms
02shown on a graph
adj. shown using a graph or diagram to make information easier to understand.
adj. relating to, or represented by, a graph or diagrammatic drawing.
“The report included a graphical representation of the company's growth over five years.”
“The researcher provided a graphical analysis of the data to highlight the correlation between temperature spikes and energy consumption.”
Academic
Usage
Often used in academic or technical reporting to describe data visualisation.
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03written or drawn
adj. related to the way letters or lines are written or drawn on a surface.
adj. relating to the use of diagrams, symbols, or the physical formation of lines and letters in writing.
“The ancient stones were covered in strange graphical symbols that no one could read.”
“The manuscript was praised for its graphical clarity, featuring precise lettering that remained legible despite centuries of wear.”
Formal · Technical
Teaching tip
In modern contexts, this sense is less common than the computing or data senses; it usually refers to the art or mechanics of writing.
Real-World Examples
“To max out both graphical performance and battery life, the best option for many Steam Frame owners will be wireless streaming of VR games running on a nearby PC with a full-fledged graphics card.” Etymology
From graphic + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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