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explicitly

adv. manner
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ɪksˈpɫɪsətɫi// UK //ɛksplˈɪsɪtli// ex·plic·it·ly

adv. in a way that is very clear and direct, leaving no room for confusion. You use this when someone says exactly what they mean without hiding anything.

adv. in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. Often used to describe communication that is overt rather than implied.


SIMPLE

The teacher explicitly told us to bring our books.

CONTEXTUAL

The contract explicitly states that the tenant is responsible for all minor repairs to the property.

COMPLEX

Although the director never explicitly confirmed the film's meaning, several scenes strongly suggest a critique of modern consumer culture through their visual symbolism.

Antonyms
Origin

From explicit + -ly.

Usage

Typically placed before the verb it modifies or at the end of the clause for emphasis.

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