explicitly
Definition
Adverb 1. In a clear, direct, and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. - This adverb describes the way something is stated, expressed, or shown, emphasizing that it is done without vagueness, implication, or hidden meaning.
Usage
The adverb "explicitly" is used to modify verbs related to communication, instruction, or definition. It emphasizes that the action of the verb is performed with full clarity and specificity. * It is commonly used with verbs like state, say, mention, tell, ask, forbid, allow, define, describe, and explain. * It often appears in formal, legal, technical, or academic contexts where precision is required.
Examples
- The rules explicitly forbid the use of mobile phones during the exam.
- The contract explicitly states the responsibilities of each party.
- She explicitly asked not to be contacted for marketing purposes.
- The law does not explicitly mention this specific situation.
Advanced Usage
- "To state/explicitly": This is a common collocation where "explicitly" intensifies the verb "state," underscoring the unambiguous nature of the statement.
- The guidelines state explicitly that all data must be anonymized.
- Negation with "explicitly": Often used to highlight that something, while perhaps implied, was not directly or clearly stated.
- He didn't explicitly say "no," but his hesitation was obvious.
Variants and Related Words
- Explicit (adjective): Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
- He gave explicit instructions.
- Explicitness (noun): The quality of being explicit.
- The explicitness of the warning left no room for misunderstanding.
Synonyms
- Clearly: In a clear manner; without ambiguity.
- Directly: In a straightforward and honest way.
- Specifically: In a precise and detailed manner.
- Unambiguously: In a manner that is not open to more than one interpretation.
- Categorically: In an unqualified and unconditional manner.
Antonyms
- Implicitly: In a way that is suggested though not directly expressed.
- Vaguely: In a way that is uncertain, indefinite, or unclear.
- Ambiguously: In a way that is open to more than one interpretation.
Related Phrases
- To make something explicit: To state something clearly and directly, removing any implied meaning.
- We need to make the terms of agreement explicit before proceeding.
Adverb
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in an explicit manner
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in his foreword Professor Clark puts it explicitly
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