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spelled out

ADJECTIVE

clear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear-cut coherent definite distinct evident explicit obvious precise sharp simple straightforward transparent unambiguous unequivocal unmistakable

STRONG

crystal express manifest patent plain pronounced

WEAK

apprehensible comprehensible conspicuous graspable incontrovertible intelligible knowable legible loud enough lucent lucid open and shut palpable perceptible perspicuous readable recognizable transpicuous unblurred uncomplicated unquestionable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous complicated difficult equivocal fuzzy imprecise indefinite indistinct inexact mistakable obscure questionable uncertain unclear undefined unintelligible unsure vague

STRONG

concealed hidden

WEAK

mysterious obscured shadowy

ADJECTIVE

well-defined

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear-cut distinct explicit precise straightforward transparent unambiguous

WEAK

apparent audible comprehensible graspable intelligible legible lucent lucid obvious plain sharp unblurred understandable well-marked

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous fuzzy indefinite obscure questionable vague

Example Sentences

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Its plight is spelled out in US securities filings containing cryptic language.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Waldorf had spelled out the catch-22 in her journal that morning: “If I need a blood transfusion and it stabilizes my condition, they cannot induce. If my temp continues to spike then they can induce.”

From Salon • May 27, 2026

In most cases, these designations trump what’s spelled out in a will or trust.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The Iranians, meanwhile, “have also spelled out what it will take to keep the strait open: no further attacks on Lebanon,” said Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The name was spelled out by the voice.

From "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury

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