illucidate

/ɪˈlʌɪdɪteɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to explain or make clear the meaning of something.

“The professor took the time to illucidate the complex concept for the students.”

2. verb

to make something clear or transparent.

“The new policy was illucidated in the company’s annual report.”

3. verb

to clarify or make intelligible.

“The teacher helped the student to illucidate her thoughts and create a well-structured essay.”

Synonyms

  • clarify
  • elucidate
  • explain
  • interpret

Antonyms

  • confuse
  • obfuscate