Explanatory

/ɪkˈsplænəˌtɔːri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

serving to explain something.

The teacher provided an explanatory note to help students understand the complex topic.

intended to make something clear or easy to understand.

The report included an explanatory section that outlined the main findings in detail.

designed to give an explanation.

The website features an explanatory video that helps users navigate the new software.

clarifying the meaning of something.

The explanatory comments in the margins provided insight into the author’s intentions.

focusing on elucidating concepts.

Her explanatory style of writing makes difficult subjects accessible to a wider audience.

From Latin 'explanare', meaning to make plain or clear.

explanatory notes

Additional information provided to clarify a document.

explanatory statement

A statement that provides clarity on a subject.

explanatory report

A report that explains findings and conclusions.

explanation

A statement or account that makes something clear.

explain

To make something clear or easy to understand.