clarification
An explanation that makes something clearer
Examples
In a meeting
“I need clarification on the budget approval process.”
Over coffee
“Just to ask for clarification, are we meeting at 3 or 4?”
Why this word
explanation
clarification addresses specific confusion or ambiguity, while explanation is broader instruction
definition
clarification resolves misunderstanding of something already stated, while definition establishes meaning initially
details
clarification removes confusion about existing information, while details add new information
Usage tip
Use when requesting or providing additional explanation to clear up confusion
Etymology
Latin 'clarus' (clear) + '-fication' (making)
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To bring up or introduce a topic for discussion
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ambiguous
Open to more than one interpretation; not clear or decided.
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To communicate or make an idea, feeling, or meaning known.
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To say something again for emphasis or clarity.
paraphrase
To restate something in different words to make it clearer or shorter.