Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

explanation

noun
/ˌɛk.spləˈneɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A statement or account that makes something clear.
Examples
  • The teacher provided a clear explanation of the complex topic.
  • Her explanation of the rules helped everyone understand the game.
  • After asking a few questions, I started to make sense of his explanation.
Meaning
An explanation is a way of making something easy to understand by describing it in detail or providing reasons.
Synonyms
  • clarification
  • elucidation
  • interpretation
  • justification
  • description