Explicit and Unsubtle

Explicit

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

Unsubtle and explicit are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unsubtle" instead an adjective "Explicit".

Nearby Word: explicitly

Unsubtle

Unsubtle adjective - Lacking subtlety; obvious.
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Synonyms for Unsubtle

Explicit and unsubtle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explicit" instead an adjective "Unsubtle".

Both words in one sentence

  • Video Game / Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes The story mission also has several unsubtle references to the Tanker chapter, made all the more explicit by Word of God saying that he sees Ground Zeroes as the Tanker to The Phantom Pain's Plant.
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