Dictionary Check: explanation

"explanation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 20 points
Words with Friends 24 points

Definition

noun

a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

Example: "the explanation was very simple"
Synonyms:
noun

thought that makes something comprehensible

noun

the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible

Example: "I heard his explanation of the accident"

Advertisement