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
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
cohortscompanion
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
evoketo call forth or up: such as
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
discomposeto destroy the composure of
centigraderelating to, conforming to, or having a thermometric scale on which the interval between the freezing point of water and the boiling point of water is divided into 100 degrees with 0° representing the freezing point and 100° the boiling point