Definition of explanation

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • explanation is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 20
  • explanation is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 20
  • explanation is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 24

Definition of explanation


  • a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. (noun)

    Examples

    1. the explanation was very simple

    Synonyms

    1. account
  • the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible (noun)

    Examples

    1. I heard his explanation of the accident
  • thought that makes something comprehensible (noun)

See definition of explanation in Merriam Webster