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    EXPLAIN Synonyms

    There are 5 synonyms of the word explain. (exact relations)
    There are 6 hypernyms of the word explain. (close relations)
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    Definition of EXPLAINAntonyms of EXPLAIN
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    explainableexplanationexplanatoryexplanative

    Best Alternative Words for EXPLAIN

    RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
    1elaborate
    		verbv
    2excuse
    		verb, nounv, n
    3explicate
    		verbv
    4expound
    		verbv
    5recce
    		verb, nounv, n

    Best Hypernyms For EXPLAIN

    Here is a list of related hypernyms for explain, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
    Words (6)
    inform justify say state tell vindicate

    Alternatives for ELABORATE

    Words (24)
    detailedcarefulcomplexcomplicateddevelopedintricateinvolvedperfectpolishedrefinedsophisticatethoroughcomplicatedilateelaboratedenlargeexpandexpatiateexpositexpoundlucubrateluxuriantrarifyrefine
    Phrases (2)
    flesh outwork out
    All synonyms for elaborate
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