Explicit and Patent

Explicit

Explicit adjective - So clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning.

Patent is a synonym for explicit in specific topic. In some cases you can use "Patent" instead an adjective "Explicit", when it comes to topics like frank.

Nearby Word: explicitly

Patent

Patent adjective - Not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation.
Usage example: unfortunately, the patent stupidity of the proposal did not deter the city council from putting it up for a vote

Explicit is a synonym for patent. Sometimes you can use "Explicit" instead an adjective "Patent".

Nearby Words: patently, patented, paten, patency, patentee
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