Explanitory vs. Explanatory: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on November 1, 2023
"Explanitory" is the incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "explanatory," which is used to describe something that explains or clarifies.
Which is correct: Explanitory or Explanatory
How to spell Explanatory?
Explanitory is Incorrect
Explanatory is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of the word "explain," which lacks the extra 'i' after 'n', just like "explanatory."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
"Explanatory" has the word "plan" in it, without an 'i'.
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Oct 31, 2023
Remember that 'o' follows 't' in "explanatory," not 'i.'
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
Note that "explanatory" has four syllables, while the incorrect "explanitory" would have five.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 31, 2023
Split it as "ex-plan-a-to-ry" to better visualize the correct spelling.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
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Explanitory and Explanatory Definitions
Explanatory
Used to describe details that clarify a subject or topic.
The explanatory text helped me understand the diagram.
Sara Rehman
Sep 16, 2023
Explanatory
Relating to scientific description or interpretation.
The explanatory model was compelling.
Harlon Moss
Sep 16, 2023
Explanatory
Explanatory refers to something that provides an explanation or clarification.
She provided an explanatory note.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
Explanatory
Pertaining to commentary that interprets or elucidates.
The explanatory comments were helpful.
Janet White
Sep 16, 2023
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Explanatory
Serving to account for a situation or justify an action.
His explanatory statement addressed all concerns.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
Explanatory
Intended to serve as an explanation.
Below the diagram is an explanatory text.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 13, 2023
Explanatory
Serving to explain; containing explanation; as explanatory notes.
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Sep 13, 2023
Explanatory
Serving or intended to explain or make clear;
Explanatory notes
An explanatory paragraph
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Sep 13, 2023
FAQs
What is the pronunciation of explanatory?
/ɪkˈsplænəˌtɔri/ in American English.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
What is the plural form of explanatory?
Explanatory has no plural form; it's an adjective.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 31, 2023
Why is it called explanatory?
It comes from the verb "explain," indicating its function to explain or clarify.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
Which conjunction is used with explanatory?
"And," as in "clear and explanatory."
Harlon Moss
Oct 31, 2023
Which preposition is used with explanatory?
"Of," as in "explanatory of the phenomenon."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
Which determiner is used with explanatory?
"An," as in "an explanatory note."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 31, 2023
How is explanatory used in a sentence?
"The teacher gave an explanatory lecture on the topic."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 31, 2023
What is the first form of explanatory?
It's an adjective; it doesn't have "forms" like a verb.
Janet White
Oct 31, 2023
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