Chart — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈchärt/

Meaning & Definition of Chart

Chart (noun)

  1. map
  2. an outline map exhibiting something (such as climatic or magnetic variations) in its geographical aspects
  3. a map for the use of navigators

Chart (verb)

  1. to lay out a plan for
  2. to make a map or chart of
  3. chronicle

Chart (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an illustration of certain features of a geographical area

    "a chart of that section of the coastline will show any possible hazards"

    similar: map
    related: ground plan, plan, plat, plot, relief map

Chart (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to give an oral or written account of in some detail

    "the book charts the years between the two World Wars"

    similar: chronicle, describe, narrate, recite, recount, rehearse, relate, report, tell, set forth
    related: deliver, give, reel off, state, utter, voice, detail, enumerate, itemize, particularize, bare, disclose, divulge, expose, let on (about), reveal, delineate, depict, express, render, sketch

  2. to work out the details of (something) in advance

    "charted the entire campaign for governor before she even agreed to run"

    similar: arrange, blueprint, budget, calculate, choreograph, design, frame, lay out, map (out), organize, plan, prepare, project, scheme (out), shape, strategize (about)
    related: conspire, contrive, devise, intrigue, machinate, plot, put up, concert, get up, draft, outline, sketch, aim, figure, have on, intend, mean, contemplate, meditate, premeditate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Chart

The most common words with a similar meaning to Chart:

map, chronicle, describe, narrate, recite, recount, rehearse, relate, report, tell, arrange, blueprint, budget, calculate, choreograph, design, frame, lay out, map (out), organize, plan, prepare, project, scheme (out), shape, strategize (about), set forth

Related Words for Chart

ground plan, plat, plot, relief map, deliver, give, reel off, state, utter, voice, detail, enumerate, itemize, particularize, bare, disclose, divulge, expose, let on (about), reveal, delineate, depict, express, render, sketch, conspire, contrive, devise, intrigue, machinate

Word Forms of Chart

Inflections: charted, charting, charts

Origin & Etymology of Chart

Middle French charte, from Latin charta piece of papyrus, document card:1

First known use: circa 1560

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Chart

Words & Phrases Containing Chart

chart-topper, bar chart, birth chart, eye chart, natal chart, pie chart, strip-chart recorder, time chart

Frequently Asked Questions about Chart

What does "Chart" mean?

"Chart" means map. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: map. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Chart"?

Other words for "Chart" include map, chronicle, describe, narrate, recite, recount, rehearse and relate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Chart" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Chart"?

There are 70 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Chart". Common alternatives include map, chronicle, describe, narrate, recite, recount, rehearse, relate, report and tell.

How do you use "Chart" in a sentence?

Examples of "Chart" in a sentence: "a chart of that section of the coastline will show any possible hazards"; "the book charts the years between the two World Wars"; "charted the entire campaign for governor before she even agreed to run".

Is "Chart" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Chart" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Chart" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Chart" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Chart"?

"Chart" is pronounced /ˈchärt/.

What is the origin of the word "Chart"?

"Chart" comes from Middle French charte, from Latin charta piece of papyrus, document card:1. First known use: circa 1560.