Explicit and Oblique

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Explicit

Explicit adjective - So clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning.
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Oblique is an antonym for explicit.
Nearby Word: explicitly

Oblique

Oblique adjective - Inclined or twisted to one side.
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Explicit is an antonym for oblique.
Nearby Words: obliquity, obliquely
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  • Psychology is never mentioned, nor is anything explicit said, making them almost Word Salad Lyrics but it's fairly obvious that the lyrics double as oblique references to both Frasier's life and psychiatric profession.
    Source: Thematic Theme Tune
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