explicit

Adjective

Adjective

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A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

Comparative

more explicit

Superlative

most explicit

Noun

Noun

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A word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea.

Plural

explicits

Adjective

Adjective

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A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

1. 1.Very specific, clear, or detailed.

   • I gave explicit instructions for him to stay here, but he followed me, anyway.
   • If the task is indeed a difficult one, it may be worthwhile to attempt an explicit statement as to those aspects of the endeavor that appear to have the greatest importance for success or failure.

2. 2.Containing material (e.g. language or film footage) that might be deemed offensive or graphic through clear and direct expressions.

   • The film had several scenes including explicit language and sex.

Noun

Noun

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A word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea.

1. 1.The final few words of a text.

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