graph

[ɡræf]

graph Definition

• 1. a diagram showing the relation between variable quantities, typically of two variables, each measured along one of a pair of axes at right angles.
• 2. a collection of points plotted on a coordinate plane

Using graph: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "graph" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The graph shows the relationship between temperature and pressure.

• Example

  We used a graph to illustrate the data.

• Example

  The line graph indicates a steady increase in sales over the past year.

graph Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for graph

• chart
• diagram
• plot
• table

Phrases with graph

• bar graph

  a graph that uses bars to represent data

  Example

  The bar graph showed the number of students who preferred each type of music.

• line graph

  a graph that uses lines to show changes in data over time

  Example

  The line graph illustrated the changes in temperature over the course of a week.

• pie graph

  a graph that uses a circle divided into sectors to represent data

  Example

  The pie graph displayed the percentage of people who preferred each type of food.

Origins of graph

from Greek 'graphein', meaning 'to write'

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Summary: graph in Brief

A 'graph' [ɡræf] is a visual representation of the relationship between two or more variables. It can take many forms, such as a line graph or bar graph, and is used to illustrate data in a clear and concise manner. For example, 'The graph shows the relationship between temperature and pressure.'