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elucidate

UK
/ɪˈluːsɪdeɪt/
US
/ɪˈluːsɪˌdeɪt/
elucidateverb
elucidated
Past Simple
elucidated
Past Participle
elucidating
Gerund
UK
/ɪˈluːsɪdeɪt/
US
/ɪˈluːsɪˌdeɪt/
Translations
The professor elucidated the complex theory to the students.
Le professeur a élucidé la théorie complexe pour les étudiants.
The spokesperson declined to elucidate on the details of the agreement.
Le porte-parole a refusé de clarifier les détails de l’accord.
Definitions
To make something clear or explain something in detail.
The professor elucidated the complex theory to the students.
To give an explanation or further clarification; to shed more light on a matter.
The spokesperson declined to elucidate on the details of the agreement.
Synonyms
clarify
explain
illuminate
expound
interpret
demystify
shed light on
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