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explicate

/ˈɛksplɪˌkeɪt/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To make clear or explain something, often in a detailed or thorough manner.

  • Verb

    To elucidate or clarify the meaning of something, especially a difficult or complex concept.


Rhymes
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complicate , elucidate , complexate
Variants
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explicate , explicated , explicates , explicating , explication , explications , explicator , explicators
Etymology
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From Latin explicare, meaning to unfold or explain.


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  1. The term 'explicate' is derived from the Latin word 'explicare', which means 'to unfold' or 'to explain'.

  2. The term 'explicate' is often used in academic writing to describe the process of explaining complex ideas or concepts.

  3. In literature, the term 'explicate' is often used to describe the process of interpreting or analyzing a literary work.


Related Concepts
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  1. elucidate: To make clear or explain something, often in a detailed or thorough manner, synonymous with 'explicate'.

  2. explain: To make clear or provide an explanation for something, similar to 'explicate' but can also refer to making something clear in a more general sense.


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The term 'explicate' has been used extensively in various fields such as education, science, and literature. In education, teachers often use the term to describe the process of explaining concepts to students. In science, researchers may use the term to describe the process of explaining the results of an experiment. In literature, authors may use the term to describe the process of clarifying the meaning of a complex or ambiguous passage.

How to Memorize "explicate"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine the process of unfolding or explaining something, such as opening up a book or unrolling a map, to help remember the meaning of 'explicate'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'explicate' with the idea of making something clear or explaining something, such as imagining a teacher explaining a difficult concept to students.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic such as 'Explain it like I'm five' to help remember the meaning of 'explicate'.


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