diagrammatic in English
- diagrammatic⇄adv. diagrammatically.
- diagrammatic⇄diagrammatic, adjective.
1. in the form of a diagram.
2. in outline form only; sketchy.
Ex. The plot of my story was in a diagrammatic form, with details to be filled in later.
diagrammatic in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
diagrammatic in Hindi हिन्दी
Diagrammatic
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
English: /ˌdaɪ.ə.ɡrəˈmæt.ɪk/
Definitions
- Relating to or in the form of a diagram.
- Represented by means of a simplified visual explanation.
Usage Examples
- "The instructions included a diagrammatic representation of the machine."
- "His explanation was diagrammatic rather than textual."
Etymology
Derived from Greek diagrammatikos (διαγραμματικός), meaning "pertaining to diagrams," from diagramma (διάγραμμα), meaning "that which is marked out by lines."
Synonyms
- Illustrative
- Graphic
- Visual
- Schematic
- Representational
Antonyms
- Descriptive
- Verbal
- Textual
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Diagrammatique | /dja.ɡʁa.ma.tik/ |
| German | Diagrammatisch | /diːa.ɡʁaˈmaː.tɪʃ/ |
| Spanish | Diagramático | /dja.ɡɾaˈma.ti.ko/ |
| Hindi | रेखाचित्रात्मक | /re.kʰa.tʃi.trɑː.t̪mɪk/ |
| Tamil | வரைப்படவியல் | /ʋaɾaipaɖaʋi.jal/ |
| Chinese | 图示的 | /tú shì de/ |
| Japanese | 図解的 | /zu.kai.teki/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˌdaɪ.ə.ɡrəˈmæt.ɪk/
American English: /ˌdaɪ.ə.ɡrəˈmæt.ɪk/
Historical Usage
The term "diagrammatic" has been used since the 17th century to describe visual representations that simplify complex information. In the fields of mathematics and engineering, diagrammatic methods have long been essential tools for understanding and explaining concepts.
Cultural Nuances
Different cultures emphasize diagrammatic representations in varied ways. For instance, Japanese culture heavily relies on visual diagrams in education, while Western traditions often prioritize text-based explanations supplemented with diagrams.
More Information
Diagrammatic representation is widely used in education, science, and business to convey complex ideas in a simplified, easily understandable format. It plays a critical role in data visualization, architecture, and instructional design.