Explicitly: meaning, definitions and examples
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explicitly
[ ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli ]
in communication
Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
Synonyms
clearly, precisely, specifically, unequivocally
Examples of usage
- She explicitly told him not to call after 10 pm.
- The rules were explicitly outlined in the contract.
- He explicitly stated his reasons for resigning.
in art or media
In a way that is unambiguously shown or expressed.
Synonyms
clearly, overtly, unambiguously
Examples of usage
- The movie explicitly depicted the violence of war.
- The artist explicitly conveyed the emotions of the characters in the painting.
Translations
Translations of the word "explicitly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 explicitamente
🇮🇳 स्पष्ट रूप से
🇩🇪 explizit
🇮🇩 secara eksplisit
🇺🇦 явно
🇵🇱 wyraźnie
🇯🇵 明示的に
🇫🇷 explicitement
🇪🇸 explícitamente
🇹🇷 açıkça
🇰🇷 명시적으로
🇸🇦 صراحةً
🇨🇿 explicitně
🇸🇰 explicitne
🇨🇳 明确地
🇸🇮 izrecno
🇮🇸 berum orðum
🇰🇿 анық
🇬🇪 ცხადად
🇦🇿 açıq şəkildə
🇲🇽 explícitamente
Word origin
The word 'explicitly' originated from the Latin word 'explicitus', which means 'unfolded' or 'unrolled'. It entered the English language in the 17th century. Over time, 'explicitly' has evolved to emphasize clear and detailed communication, leaving no room for misinterpretation or confusion.
See also: explicit, explicitness.