inexplicit

[ in-ik-splis-it ]

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adjective

not explicit or clear; not clearly stated.

Origin of inexplicit

First recorded in 1795–1805, inexplicit is from the Latin word inexplicitus not straightforward. See in-³, explicit

Other words from inexplicit

in·ex·plic·it·ly, adverb
in·ex·plic·it·ness, noun

Words Nearby inexplicit

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How to use inexplicit in a sentence

Then, when finally my letter did arrive, it was inexplicit, and I had either to go to London myself or write again.
The Tower of Oblivion | Oliver Onions
It resolves itself, therefore, into his inexplicit letter to a committee of Congress.
The Life of Albert Gallatin | Henry Adams
The continued flurry of my feelings doubtless made this a very confused and inexplicit document; but I could do no better.
Jack Hinton | Charles James Lever

British Dictionary definitions for inexplicit

inexplicit

/ (ˌɪnɪkˈsplɪsɪt) /

adjective

not explicit, clear, or precise; vague

Derived forms of inexplicit

inexplicitly, adverb
inexplicitness, noun

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