Explicit

Quick meaning: Explicit is an adjective meaning Very specific, clear, or detailed.

Meaning

Very specific, clear, or detailed.

More Meanings

1. The final few words of a text.
2. (euphemistic) Containing material (e.g. language or film footage) that might be deemed offensive or graphic through clear and direct expressions.
3. (obsolete) Used at the conclusion of a book to indicate the end.

Example Sentences

The film had several scenes including explicit language and sex.

I gave explicit instructions for him to stay here, but he followed me, anyway.

If the task is indeed a difficult one, it may be worthwhile to attempt an explicit statement as to those aspects of the endeavor that appear to have the greatest importance for success or failure.

Cerberus Scientist: I'm sorry, sir. None of Normandy's surveillance feeds have been responding since Shepard went rogue. Illusive Man: I want it back. Retry the remote lockdown protocols. Cerberus Scientist: After our last attempt, EDI flooded our server with seven zettabytes of explicit images. I think she was making a joke.

Word Forms

• explicits

Synonyms for explicit

Depending on context, synonyms include clear, direct, express, monosemic, monosemous, patent.

Antonyms for explicit

Common opposites include ambiguous, equivocal, implicit, implied, polysemous, polysemic.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include definitive, stated, literal, declared, denotative, unequivocal.

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