Explanative

/ɪkˈsplænətɪv/ adjective

Definition

Serving to explain; having the purpose or effect of making something clear or understandable.

Etymology

From Latin explanare + -ative suffix (forming adjectives describing action or function). Related to explanatory but less common.

Kelly Says

While 'explanatory' is common, 'explanative' is its quieter sibling—both mean 'designed to explain,' but explanative sounds more focused on the active process of making clear.

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