Explanatory
Explanatory adjective - Serving to explain.
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Synonyms for Explanatory
Introductory and explanatory are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Introductory" instead an adjective "Explanatory".
Nearby Word: explanation
Introductory
Introductory adjective - Coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows.
Explanatory and introductory are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explanatory" instead an adjective "Introductory".
Nearby Word: introduction
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