inexplicit

[ in-ik-splis-it ]

adjective

1. not explicit or clear; not clearly stated.

inexplicit

/ ˌɪnɪkˈsplɪsɪt /

adjective

1. not explicit, clear, or precise; vague

Derived Forms

• ˌinexˈplicitness, noun
• ˌinexˈplicitly, adverb

Other Words From

• inex·plicit·ly adverb
• inex·plicit·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inexplicit¹

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

Example Sentences

Then, when finally my letter did arrive, it was inexplicit, and I had either to go to London myself or write again.

From Project Gutenberg

It resolves itself, therefore, into his inexplicit letter to a committee of Congress.

From Project Gutenberg

The continued flurry of my feelings doubtless made this a very confused and inexplicit document; but I could do no better.

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