Definition

Serving to explain something clearly and in detail.

Example

The teacher provided an explicatory note to help students understand the complex topic.

Conversation

Did you find that article on the new technology interesting?

Yeah, it was really informative and explicatory about the process.

I thought the explicatory sections made it much easier to understand.

Absolutely! It helped clarify a lot of complex ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Explicatory → It is formed from "explicare" (meaning to unfold or explain) and the suffix "-ory" (meaning relating to or characterized by). The word "explicatory" means relating to the act of explaining or making something clear.

Memory Tip

Think of 'unfolding' an idea ('explicare') to make it clear, which is what 'explicatory' means.

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