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
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds
reposea state of resting after exertion or strain
curfewthe sounding of a bell at evening
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
placeboa usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome