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Explanatory Definition

ĭk-splănə-tôrē
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adjective
Explaining or intended to explain.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • exponent
  • interpretative
  • expository
  • exegetical
  • elucidative
  • interpretive
  • hermeneutical
  • exegetic
  • expositive
  • explanative
  • illustrative
  • hermeneutic
  • explicative
Antonyms:
  • Antonyms:
  • puzzling
  • perplexing
  • confusing
  • mysterious
  • obscure
  • vague

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