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Expository: meaning, definitions and examples

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expository

 

[ ɪkˈspɑːzətɔːri ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

writing style

Intended to explain or describe something in a clear and straightforward manner. Expository writing is often found in essays, articles, and textbooks.

Synonyms

descriptive, explanatory, informative

Examples of usage

  • The expository essay provided a detailed explanation of the topic.
  • The textbook used expository language to describe the scientific concepts.
Context #2 | Noun

education

A type of writing that is used to inform, explain, or describe a particular topic. Expository writing is commonly taught in schools as a way to develop critical thinking and communication skills.

Synonyms

description, explanation, exposition

Examples of usage

  • The students practiced expository writing to improve their analytical abilities.
  • The teacher assigned an expository essay on the history of ancient civilizations.

Translations

Translations of the word "expository" in other languages:

🇵🇹 expositivo

🇮🇳 व्याख्यात्मक

🇩🇪 erklärend

🇮🇩 ekspositoris

🇺🇦 пояснювальний

🇵🇱 wyjaśniający

🇯🇵 説明的

🇫🇷 expositif

🇪🇸 expositivo

🇹🇷 açıklayıcı

🇰🇷 설명적인

🇸🇦 تفسيري

🇨🇿 vysvětlující

🇸🇰 vysvetľujúci

🇨🇳 说明的

🇸🇮 razlagalni

🇮🇸 skýringar

🇰🇿 түсіндірмелі

🇬🇪 განმარტებითი

🇦🇿 izahlı

🇲🇽 expositivo

Etymology

The word 'expository' originates from the Latin word 'expositus,' which means 'set forth.' The term has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to writing that aims to explain or describe a subject clearly. Over time, expository writing has become an essential part of education, helping students develop their writing and analytical skills.

See also: exposable, exposed, exposing, exposure, exposures.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,986, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.