C1adjectivelanguageacademic
US/ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/
UK/ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/
stated clearly and fully, leaving no doubt about what is meant
In context
The contract is explicit about who pays for repairs.
She gave me explicit instructions not to touch anything.
The film was given an adult rating for explicit violence.
Words that go with explicit
adjective + noun
- explicit instructionsFollow the explicit instructions on the label.
- explicit permissionYou need explicit permission to use these photos.
- explicit languageThe song contains explicit language.
- explicit referenceThe law makes no explicit reference to online sales.
adjective + preposition
- explicit aboutThe report is explicit about the risks.
adverb + adjective
- sexually explicitSexually explicit material is banned on this site.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The teacher explicit explained the rule.Correct: The teacher explicitly explained the rule.