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explanation

[ek-spluh-ney-shuhn] / ˌɛk spləˈneɪ ʃən /
NOUN
clarification; reason
Synonyms
STRONGEST
account answer cause comment commentary confession definition description evidence example excuse expression information interpretation justification meaning motive note report resolution sense statement story summary
STRONG
annotation breakdown brief demonstration details display elucidation explication exposition gloss history illustration mitigation narration recital rendition showing significance specification tale talking telling vindication writing
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance question quiet silence
STRONG
concealment hiding vagueness
WEAK
complication

Example Sentences

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Although additional studies in animals and humans are needed to confirm these effects, this work provides a clearer explanation of how everyday foods and natural compounds may help regulate chronic inflammation.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

It added that the US should conduct a "full investigation" and provide a "responsible explanation" to the researcher's family and Chinese authorities.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

This is the stage set for the release of Caro Claire Burke’s debut novel “Yesteryear,” a satirical thriller in which Christian tradwife influencer Natalie awakes in an 1855 homestead with no explanation and no escape.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Thus, they said, the increase in sales per employee, at least since 2024, required another explanation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Elliot and I froze, and my mind scrambled for a reasonable explanation.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin