explicit

adjective
UK: /ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/
US: /ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/

  1. Very clear and direct, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

    1. The instructions were explicit, so it was easy to follow them.
    2. The contract has explicit terms, ensuring everyone understands their responsibilities regarding explicit rules.

  2. Stating something clearly and in detail, often about a sensitive or private subject.

    1. She gave explicit details about the event.
    2. The film contained explicit scenes of violence, therefore it was not suitable for children, due to explicit content.

Synonyms

clear precise definite unambiguous express specific
explicit adverb

  1. In an explicit manner; clearly and directly.

    1. He told us explicit to stay away.
    2. The teacher explicit told the students not to cheat during the exam, because cheating is wrong.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "explicit" in English means: Very clear and direct, leaving no room for confusion or doubt., Stating something clearly and in detail, often about a sensitive or private subject..

The phonetic transcription of "explicit" is /ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/ in British English and /ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "explicit": clear, precise, definite, unambiguous, express, specific.

Example usage of "explicit": "The instructions were explicit, so it was easy to follow them.". More examples on the page.