Definition

Relating to or represented in the form of a diagram, which is a simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something.

Example

The teacher used a diagrammatical representation to explain the complex process.

Conversation

Have you seen the diagrammatical explanation in the textbook?

Yeah, I found it really helpful for understanding the concept.

I agree! The diagrammatical approach makes everything clearer.

Definitely, it’s much easier to visualize the information that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diagrammatical → It is formed from "diagram" (from Greek "diagramma", meaning something drawn or marked out) and "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The word "diagrammatical" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of a diagram.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'diagram' as something that is 'drawn out' to explain ideas, and the '-ical' means it relates to that drawing. So, diagrammatical means relating to the drawing of ideas.

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