To explain
Example: The professor took time to explain the causes of the war thoroughly.
Definition
"To explain" means to make an idea, situation, or problem clear and understandable by describing it in detail or revealing relevant information. For example, a professor may take time to explain the causes of a historical event thoroughly, ensuring comprehension.
Etymology
The verb "to explain" comes from the Latin word 'explanare,' which means 'to make plain or flatten out.' Originally, it referred to smoothing surfaces but evolved to mean clarifying ideas. Did you know this transition reflects how explaining 'smooths out' confusion?
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"To explain" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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