explains

VERB

make clear; give a reason for

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analyze clarify define demonstrate describe disclose expound illustrate interpret justify point out read resolve reveal solve spell out tell

STRONG

annotate construe decipher diagram elucidate excuse explicate manifest paraphrase rationalize refine render teach translate unfold unravel untangle

WEAK

account for break down bring out clear up get across go into detail make plain put across put in plain English set right throw light upon

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse distort hide misrepresent misunderstand question wonder

STRONG

cloud mystify obscure stagnate tangle withhold

WEAK

be vague complicate perplex

Example Sentences

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explains

Rodriguez explains that, in many ways, the aftermath of the hurricane sparked arguments on both sides that were necessary to begin healing the tension.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

"The plastisphere is a new habitat in our environment," explains Schleheck.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026

He explains that in his late 30s he was increasingly haunted by “teeming memories” of his youth and its hardships.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Hayes explains that this as a result of investors now finding value in bonds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026

Wes explains, “We got him a collection of puzzles of Greek mythology. He’s really into that stuff. What’s the name of this puzzle?” he asks Paul.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

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