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Explicit

adjective

Explicit means said in a very clear way.

8 letters 3 syllables

What does Explicit mean?

Explicit means said in a very clear way.

Dictionary definition

Explicit means stated clearly and directly, with no confusion.

Example sentences

Explicit in a sentence

easy

Our teacher explained the word explicit during vocabulary practice.

medium

In the reading passage, explicit helped us understand the writer's exact meaning.

hard

Using explicit in my essay made my interpretation more precise and clear.

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Synonyms

Words like Explicit

clearRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
directRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
specificRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms

Opposite words

impliedHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
unclearHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
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Word family

Explicit word family

Base word

explicit

adjective

explicit

Base form.

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