Explicate and Mention

Explicate

Explicate verb - To make plain or understandable.

Mention and explicate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mention" instead a verb "Explicate".

Mention

Mention verb - To make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically.
Usage example: you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments

Explicate and mention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explicate" instead a verb "Mention".

Nearby Words: mentioned, mentioning
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