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- pronunciation:
- ek
spl
neI
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the act, process, or result of explaining.
- synonyms:
- accounting, elucidation, interpretation
- similar words:
- case, clarification, demonstration, excuse, exposition, solution
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| definition 2: |
an interpretation.
- synonyms:
- analysis, interpretation
- similar words:
- account, construe, opinion, translation, understanding, version
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| definition 3: |
a clarification or justification, often of behavior, that is aimed at bringing two persons or sides together.
- synonyms:
- defense, excuse, justification
- similar words:
- clarification, reason, warrant
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| related words: |
alibi, amplification, answer, articulation, cause, comment, commentary, construe, definition, direction, excuse, exposition, instruction, plea |
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