Example:
An example is the way of showing someone about the way of doing something. It is often abbreviated to e.g. in print and elsewhere
Illustration:
Illustration is like an example which is used to prove something.
Differences:
| Basis | Example | Illustration |
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| Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com) |
A thing or characteristic of its kind or illustrating a general rule. | A picture illustrating a book, newspaper etc. |
| Synonyms | Case, part, lesson, object and sample | Interpretation, example and explanation |
| Antonyms | Suggestion | Riddle, poser, devoice, coincidence and cloud |
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| Word origin | The word example was originated in the 14th century from Middle English, from Anglo-French essample. | The word illustration was used in the 14th century. |
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