explicit
Translation
clear, plain, frank
Examples
She gave me explicit instructions.
She gave me explicit instructions.
The film contains explicit violence.
The film contains explicit violence.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) stated clearly and in detail The film had an explicit warning about violence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clear, direct, plain; Antonyms: implicit, vague
Etymology
From Latin 'explicitus' meaning 'unfolded, explained', from ex- 'out' + plicare 'to fold'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ex-' as 'out'. Something explicit is laid 'out' in the open, not folded up and hidden.