Explained: meaning, definitions and examples
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explained
[ ɪkˈspleɪn ]
communication
Make (an idea, situation, or problem) clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts.
Synonyms
clarify, elucidate, expound, interpret.
Examples of usage
- He explained the process to me in simple terms.
- Can you explain why you were late?
- Let me explain how this works.
- She explained her reasons for leaving the company.
- The teacher explained the concept in a way that everyone could understand.
excuse
Make (an excuse or justification) less unacceptable.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He tried to explain away his rude behavior.
- She explained his absence to the boss.
Translations
Translations of the word "explained" in other languages:
🇵🇹 explicado
🇮🇳 समझाया हुआ
🇩🇪 erklärt
🇮🇩 dijelaskan
🇺🇦 пояснений
🇵🇱 wyjaśniony
🇯🇵 説明された
🇫🇷 expliqué
🇪🇸 explicado
🇹🇷 açıklanmış
🇰🇷 설명된
🇸🇦 مشروح
🇨🇿 vysvětlený
🇸🇰 vysvetlený
🇨🇳 解释的
🇸🇮 pojasnjeno
🇮🇸 útskýrt
🇰🇿 түсіндірілген
🇬🇪 განმარტებული
🇦🇿 izah edilən
🇲🇽 explicado
Etymology
The word 'explained' originated from the Latin word 'explanare', which means 'to make clear'. Over time, it evolved into the Middle English word 'explainen', eventually becoming 'explain' in modern English. The concept of explaining has been crucial in human communication and understanding, allowing individuals to convey information effectively and bridge gaps in knowledge.
See also: explainable, explainer, explanations, explanative, explanatory, inexplicable, inexplicably, unexplainable, unexplainableness, unexplainably, unexplained.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #1,457, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.
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