idiograph

/aɪˈdaɪ.ɒɡræf/

Definitions

1. noun

a chart or diagram intended to illustrate the development of a system or process, especially a linguistic or historical one

“The linguist used an idiograph to show the evolution of the language over time.”

2. noun

a written or graphic representation of the development of a system or process

“The professor explained the idiograph of the ecosystem’s balance.”

Synonyms

  • chart
  • diagram
  • illustration

Antonyms

  • obfuscation