Synonyms of clarification

clarification

noun

as in explanation

a statement that makes something clear

after that clarification, I find I actually agree with you

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explanation
• interpretation
• illustration
• elucidation
• translation
• analysis
• explication
• construction
• definition
• exegesis
• exposition
• illumination
• reasoning
• comment
• road map
• demonstration
• restatement
• commentary
• paraphrase
• justification
• annotation
• meaning
• enlightenment
• rationale
• decoding
• edification
• gloss
• deciphering
• caveat
• warning
• rationalization
• enactment
• epexegesis
• disentanglement
• unscrambling
• caution

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of clarification

Based on the reaction, Skubal wanted to make a clarification on his MRI decision. — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 24 July 2026

The Washington Examiner contacted Lindell after the initial interview for clarification on his comments on a pathway to citizenship. — Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 24 July 2026

The memo said the Division of Elections followed up in June, seeking clarification. — ABC News, 23 July 2026

That position had remained unaltered for nineteen years, and the changes that day were presented as a clarification of a policy that was perhaps too vague and hard to define. — Literary Hub, 17 July 2026

The Observer asked for clarification about the raise specifically passed by the board of education — not the state — and when Hill would receive back pay. — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026

Spencer didn’t respond to a request for clarification about what was incorrect. — CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Players each have 30 seconds on a personal clock, so whoever takes the longest and runs out of time first — sometimes because Jacquis calls for detailed clarifications — gets booted. — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 July 2026

They can be triggered by something as small as a single word, a passing comment, or a seemingly harmless decision or, as with Steve and Lilly, a seemingly appropriate request for clarification or small enhancement. — Susan MacKenty Brady, Fortune, 14 July 2026