elucidate

Meanings

• Verb

  To explain or make clear (something) in a detailed and thorough way.

• Verb

  To shed light on or clarify (a difficult or complex subject).

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈluː.sɪ.de͡ɪt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

explicate , illuminate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with elucidate
illuminate , perpetuate , contemplate , relate

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Variants

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elucidate , elucidated , elucidates , elucidating , elucidation , elucidations , elucidative

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Etymology

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From Latin elucidare, from ex- ‘out’ + lucidare ‘make clear, cleanse’.

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Trivia

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1. Elucidate is a 13-letter word.

2. The word elucidate first appeared in English in the late 15th century.

3. Elucidate is sometimes used as a synonym for 'enlighten' or 'inform'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Explain: A synonym of elucidate, but with a more general meaning. Elucidate implies a more detailed and thorough explanation.

2. Illuminate: A related concept to elucidate, as both words refer to the process of making something clear or understandable. However, illuminate often implies a focus on providing new or unique insights, while elucidate implies a more thorough explanation of existing knowledge.

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Culture

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Elucidate is often used in academic and scholarly contexts to refer to the process of providing clear and detailed explanations of complex ideas or concepts. It has been a crucial part of the educational process for centuries, and has been extensively used in literature, particularly in philosophical and scientific texts.

How to Memorize "elucidate"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize elucidate, imagine a teacher explaining a complex concept in a clear and thorough way. See the teacher drawing diagrams, using analogies, and providing examples to make the concept easier to understand.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize elucidate, associate it with the idea of making things clear or explaining complex concepts. Think of the word as a synonym for 'explain' or 'clarify'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To memorize elucidate using mnemonics, try creating an acronym or a phrase that helps you remember the meaning of the word. For example, you could use 'E-L-U-C-I-D-A-T-E' to remind yourself of the definition: 'Explain, Layer, Understand, Clarify, Illuminate, Define, Analyze, Teach, Elaborate'.

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