
Elucidate
Academic Tone
Usually found in formal, educational, or scholarly discourses, not casual conversations.
In her lecture, the professor aimed to elucidate the causes of the economic depression.
Complex Ideas
Best used when clarifying challenging concepts that might be hard to grasp.
Could you elucidate the theory behind this scientific phenomenon?
Avoid Overuse
While a useful word, overusing 'elucidate' might sound pretentious; use sparingly.
Instead of trying to elucidate every point, focus on the most crucial ones.
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ClarifyDecipherExplainExplicateIlluminateInterpretMystifyUnravel
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