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- Dictionaryelucidation/ɪˌl(j)uːsɪˈdeɪʃn/
noun
- 1. explanation that makes something clear; clarification: "work that led to the elucidation of the structure of proteins"
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Elucidation is the act of explaining something or making something clear. Learn how to use this formal word in sentences and see translations in different languages.
Elucidate means to make lucid or clear by explanation or analysis. Learn the synonyms, etymology, examples, and word history of elucidate from the Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Elucidation definition: the act of explaining or making something clear. See examples of ELUCIDATION used in a sentence.
Elucidation is the act of making something clearer by explaining it more fully. Learn how to pronounce, use and synonymize this formal word with Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.
Definitions of elucidation. noun. an act of explaining that serves to clear up and cast light on. see more. noun. an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding. synonyms: clarification, illumination. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Elucidation."
v.tr. To make clear or plain, especially by explanation; clarify. See Synonyms at explain. v.intr. To explain or clarify something: She gave a one-word answer and refused to elucidate any further.
to explain something or make something clear: I don't understand. You'll have to elucidate. The reasons for the change in weather conditions have been elucidated by several scientists. Synonyms. clarify (EXPLAIN) explain. Opposite. obfuscate formal. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Defining & explaining.
