Explication and Rationale

Explication

Explication noun - A statement that makes something clear.
Usage example: any explication of Einstein's theory of relativity probably wouldn't help me much
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Rationale and explication are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rationale" instead a noun "Explication".

Rationale

Rationale noun - A statement given to explain a belief or act.
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Explication and rationale are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explication" instead a noun "Rationale".

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