GRE Word List

EXPLICATE

to give a detailed explanation of

The meaning of the word explicate is to give a detailed explanation of.

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WordMeaning
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
panoramicof, relating to, or resembling a panorama: such as
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
claustrophobiaabnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
maelstroma powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius