explicit
/ɪkˈsplɪs.ɪt/(adjective)
AWL Sublist 6CEFR C1IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
Key Academic Collocations
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explicitexplicitlyexplicitness
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
unequivocalunambiguouslucidovertdefinite
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Clinical protocols require surgeons to obtain explicit written consent from patients before initiating experimental surgical procedures."
"The municipal planning guidelines make explicit reference to preserving historical façade architecture in urban regeneration zones."
"Legislation must provide explicit definitions regarding algorithmic liability in autonomous vehicle collisions."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Contrast 'explicit' (stated directly) with 'implicit' (implied or suggested) to construct sophisticated C1 arguments.