Example: The treaty explicitly stated the terms for peace between nations.
Definition
"Explicitly" is an adverb meaning in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. For example, when a treaty explicitly states the terms, it means the terms are clearly and directly expressed without ambiguity.
The word "explicitly" originates from the Latin word 'explicitus,' meaning 'unfolded' or 'clearly expressed.' It entered English in the late 15th century, evolving to describe something stated clearly and in detail. Did you know? "Explicit" originally referred to the end of a manuscript, marking the clear conclusion of the text.
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"Explicitly" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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