Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Explains.
Explains - as a verb
Make plain and comprehensible
Example: "He explained the laws of physics to his students"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
explicate20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inform11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Define
Example: "The committee explained their plan for fund-raising to the dean"
Serve as a reason or cause or justification of
Example: "Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excuse15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
justify20vindicate15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She explains the process clearly and concisely."
"He explains the rules of the game to the new members."
"The teacher explains the concept of gravity using real-life examples."
"The tour guide explains the history of the ancient ruins."
"The scientist explains the findings of the research study."
Word Game Points
Is EXPLAINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, explains is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXPLAINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is EXPLAINS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, explains is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXPLAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is EXPLAINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, explains is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXPLAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.