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
causalexpressing or indicating cause : causative
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
insolencethe quality or state of being insolent
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon