explains

VERB

make clear; give a reason for

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analyze clarify define demonstrate describe disclose expound illustrate interpret justify point out read resolve reveal solve spell out tell

STRONG

annotate construe decipher diagram elucidate excuse explicate manifest paraphrase rationalize refine render teach translate unfold unravel untangle

WEAK

account for break down bring out clear up get across go into detail make plain put across put in plain English set right throw light upon

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse distort hide misrepresent misunderstand question wonder

STRONG

cloud mystify obscure stagnate tangle withhold

WEAK

be vague complicate perplex

Example Sentences

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explains

"This type of fleece, which contains kemp," Bellis explains, "that will tend to go into a carpet blend because of the colour."

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026

The competition website explains that the event isn’t meant to make fun of dogs but instead celebrates “wonderful characters” and “reminds us that true beauty comes in all shapes, sizes, and smiles.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

Sam Adams explains why it’s worth the watch.

From Slate ● Aug. 17, 2026

“That explains why stocks usually quickly recover any losses they might’ve experienced on the news,” Ro said.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 17, 2026

“I call what I have CO-PTSD,” Uncle Ty explains.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas