Explication — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈek-splə-ˌkāt/ (verb) /ek-splē-kä-syōⁿ-də-ˈtekst/ (noun) ex·pli·cate

Meaning & Definition of Explication

Explication (verb)

  1. to give a detailed explanation of
  2. to develop the implications of, analyze logically

Explication (noun)

  1. a method of literary criticism involving a detailed analysis of a work

Explication (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a statement that makes something clear

    "any explication of Einstein's theory of relativity probably wouldn't help me much"

    similar: clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation, exposition, illumination, illustration, interpretation, road map
    related: paraphrase, restatement, translation, annotation, comment, commentary, epexegesis, gloss, deciphering, decoding, disentanglement, unscrambling, analysis, edification, enlightenment, definition, meaning, demonstration, enactment, justification, rationale, rationalization, reasoning, caution, caveat, warning

Related Entry: Explicate (verb)

Explicate is a different word from Explication. The synonyms below are for explicate, not for explication.

  1. to make plain or understandable

    "the physicist did his best to explicate the wave theory of light for the audience of laymen"

    similar: clarify, clear (up), construe, demonstrate, demystify, elucidate, explain, expound, get across, illuminate, illustrate, interpret, simplify, spell out, unriddle
    related: decipher, decode, analyze, break down, disentangle, undo, unravel, unscramble, untangle, resolve, solve, define, specify, annotate, commentate, gloss
    opposite: obscure
    near: befog, cloud, confound, confuse, obfuscate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Explication

The most common words with a similar meaning to Explication:

clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation, exposition, illumination, illustration, interpretation, road map

Related Words for Explication

paraphrase, restatement, translation, annotation, comment, commentary, epexegesis, gloss, deciphering, decoding, disentanglement, unscrambling, analysis, edification, enlightenment, definition, meaning, demonstration, enactment, justification, rationale, rationalization, reasoning, caution, caveat, warning

Word Forms of Explication

Inflections: explicated, explicating, explications de texte

Derived words: explication (noun), explicator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Explication

borrowed from Latin explicātus, past participle of explicō, explicāre "to free from folds or creases, unroll, disentangle, spread out, set out in words, give an account of," from ex- ex-:1 + plicāre "to fold, bend" ply:3

First known use: 1531

Words & Phrases Containing Explication

explication de texte

Frequently Asked Questions about Explication

What does "Explication" mean?

"Explication" means to give a detailed explanation of. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to give a detailed explanation of.

What is another word for "Explication"?

Other words for "Explication" include clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation, exposition, illumination and illustration. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Explication" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Explication"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Explication". Common alternatives include clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation, exposition, illumination, illustration, interpretation and road map.

How do you use "Explication" in a sentence?

Examples of "Explication" in a sentence: "any explication of Einstein's theory of relativity probably wouldn't help me much".

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

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

How do you pronounce "Explication"?

"Explication" is pronounced /ˈek-splə-ˌkāt/ as a verb and /ek-splē-kä-syōⁿ-də-ˈtekst/ as a noun and divided into syllables as ex·pli·cate.

What is the origin of the word "Explication"?

"Explication" comes from borrowed from Latin explicātus, past participle of explicō, explicāre "to free from folds or creases, unroll, disentangle, spread out, set out in words, give an account of," from ex- ex-:1 + plicāre "to fold, bend" ply:3. First known use: 1531.

What is another word for "Explication" meaning "a statement that makes something clear"?

When "Explication" (noun) means a statement that makes something clear, synonyms include clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation and exposition.