Definitions

explicit

[ik-splis-it] / ɪkˈsplɪs ɪt /

ADJECTIVE

specific, unambiguous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accurate categorical certain clear clear-cut correct definite definitive exact obvious positive precise straightforward unequivocal

WEAK

absolute clean-cut direct distinct express frank lucid on the nose open outspoken patent perspicuous plain stated sure understandable unqualified unreserved

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous careless doubtful equivocal false fuzzy imprecise inaccurate incorrect indefinite indistinct inexact obscure obscured questionable uncertain unclear unfixed unreliable unsure vague wrong

WEAK

confused implicit unspecific

Example Sentences

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The company added explicit bans on surveillance to its deal earlier this week following backlash from employees.

From The Wall Street Journal

But he did not make an explicit threat to impose trade restrictions on the country.

From BBC

It wanted the bans explicit despite Pentagon assurances it wouldn’t conduct those operations or break the law.

From The Wall Street Journal

The explicit aim of this was to "daze and confuse" the Iranians, said Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in a Monday briefing.

From BBC

As well as conventional armed forces and well-armed police, there is the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, with an explicit mandate to protect the regime at home and abroad.

From BBC

explicit

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