Definition of graphic

The word "graphic" has its roots in ancient Greece. The Greek word "graphikos" (γραφικός) means "drawn" or "written" and is derived from "graphē" (γραφή), which means "drawing" or "writing". In the 15th century, the Latin word "graphicus" emerged, translating the Greek word, and was used to describe anything drawn or written, including literary works. In the 18th century, the term "graphic" took on its modern meaning, referring to visual representations such as drawings, sketches, and prints. This sense of the word was influenced by the resurgence of interest in classical Greek and Roman art and literature during the Enlightenment period. Today, the word "graphic" can refer to both visual art forms, such as graphic design and comic books, as well as descriptive language, such as graphic descriptions of events or scenes.