explicitly
Translation
clearly, directly, plainly
Examples
He explicitly told me not to go.
He explicitly told me not to go.
Grammar Patterns
in a clear and detailed manner The contract explicitly states the terms.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clearly, specifically, directly; Antonyms: implicitly, vaguely
Etymology
From 'explicit' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. 'Explicit' comes from Latin 'explicitus' (unfolded).
Memory Tips
This is the adverb form of 'explicit'. If instructions are explicit, they are given explicitly.