Definition

In a way that relates to pictures or images, often used to describe something that is shown visually.

Example

The story was presented pictorially in the children's book, making it easier for them to understand.

Conversation

Did you see the presentation on the new project?

Yes, I thought it was really interesting!

I liked how they explained everything pictorially instead of just using text.

Definitely, it made the information much easier to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pictorially → It is formed from "pictorial" (from Latin "pictorius", meaning relating to painting) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "pictorially" means in a manner that relates to or resembles a picture.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'related to painting' ('pictorial') and remember that 'pictorially' means doing something in a way that resembles a picture.

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