Explanation
Explanation noun - A statement that makes something clear.
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Synonyms for Explanation
Insight and explanation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Insight" instead a noun "Explanation".
Insight
Insight noun - The ability to understand inner qualities or relationships.
Explanation and insight are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explanation" instead a noun "Insight".
Nearby Words: insightful, insider
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How words are described
| good | good explanation | good insight |
| clear | clear explanation | clear insight |
| detailed | detailed explanation | detailed insight |
| better | better explanation | better insight |
| Other adjectives: usual, natural, original, real, little, decent, interesting, supernatural, new, possible, further, ridiculous, basic, realistic. | ||
Both words in one sentence
- Keep in mind that Kenny dies and gets better all time, but these occurrences are notable for finally providing some explanation and insight to that.
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Her explanation is that astrology has nothing to do with actual stars and planets; they're just the arbitary source of a system of rules that gives you insight into people.
Source: Astrologer - Go to a work's Analysis sub-page to get a more detailed explanation of its central theme—or add your own insight.
Source: Central Theme
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Insight and Explanation. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 03, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/explanation/insight
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