A word that can be used to describe something said directly or clearly, leaving no room for doubt or confusion.
explicit
The meaning of the book was not clearly stated, therefore one could describe it as _________.
implicit
The weather was quite _____ this week with constant rain and clouds during the day.
dismal
A ______? You mean a question?
query
Send : receive :: explicit : ________
implicit
Items that can be easily discarded may be referred to as _______, like surgical masks, plastic forks, and paper straws.
expendable
One might describe my talent as ______ because I was born with it.
innate
The soccer player claimed the foul was not _____ because he did not intend to hurt the other player, although he still did accidentally.
malicious
He wouldn't stop asking questions throughout the dinner. Some might call him _______, but I think he is just nosy.
inquisitive
kind
The librarian had an ______ collection of books in the library, ranging from fiction to nonfiction.
extensive
insinuate
Please ensure you recall the _____ of events that led to the start of World War I in your World History essay.
sequence
insinuate : suggest :: exacerbate : ____
worsen
The organization was rather ______, meaning only certain people were authorized to have access.
exclusive
Age is unfortunately _______, as it cannot be changed by any outside force.
immutable
I have no _____ in my heart; instead, my heart is filled with love and affection for those around me, not hate.
malice
My goal is to save up enough money to _____ a new pair of shoes--my current pair is filled with holes.
acquire
implication : implicit :: malice : ______
malicious
After much deliberation from the coach, the player was told he would not participate in the final game of the season as to not ______ the existing injury any further.
exacerbate
inherent
Reporting shows that there was evidence of _______ in the most recent presidential election. The LA Times reports that the winning candidate sent payments to a computer hacking firm months before the final votes were tallied.
malfeasance
I refuse to _______; instead, I will stand my ground and not back down.
acquiesce
benign