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Definition explicit in British English

explicit adjective

adjective
/ɪkˈsplɪsɪt/
1

said or explained in an extremely clear way, so that you cannot doubt what is meant

Example

an explicit statement/warning/threat

Example

explicit instructions/directions

Example

Possible side effects should be made explicit.

Synonyms and related words
straightforward simple make sense
1.1

if someone is explicit, they say or explain something in a very clear direct way

Example

Can you be a little more explicit?

Example

He is being very explicit about his dissatisfaction with the company.

Synonyms and related words
straightforward simple make sense
2

showing or describing sex or violence with a lot of detail

Example

the film's explicit sex scenes

Synonyms and related words
sexual romantic animal
Definition explicit in British English