allude
verbTo refer to something indirectly without naming or explaining it fully.
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nounA comparison that uses a relevant similarity to explain or understand something.
apparent
adjectiveClearly visible or understandable; also seeming true although the reality may differ.
Clearly evident
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articulate
verbTo express an idea clearly and effectively in words.
Express clearly in words
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candor
nounOpen and honest expression.
disgruntled
adjectiveDissatisfied and inclined to complain.
elucidate
verbTo make a meaning or difficult point clear.
enigma
nounSomething puzzling or difficult to understand.
evident
adjectiveClear from what can be observed or understood.
Clearly perceptible
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explicit
adjectiveStated clearly and directly, leaving little need for interpretation.
Clearly stated
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forthright
adjectiveDirect and candid in expression.
Direct and candid
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frank
adjectiveOpen, sincere, and direct in expressing what one thinks.
Openly candid
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inexplicable
adjectiveDifficult or impossible to explain.
Without an explanation
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justify
verbTo provide sufficient reasons or evidence for an action, claim, or belief.
litany
nounA long and often repetitive series of statements or complaints.
lucid
adjectiveClearly expressed and readily understood.
malcontent
nounA person persistently dissatisfied with existing circumstances.
manifest
adjectiveClear and readily apparent.
Clearly apparent
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misinterpret
verbTo understand or explain the meaning of something incorrectly.
obscure
adjectiveNot well known or difficult to see, understand, or explain.
Difficult to understand
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outspoken
adjectiveExpressing opinions openly and directly.
Open in expressing views
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patent
adjectiveClearly evident or unmistakable.
Clearly evident
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perspicuity
nounClarity and ease of understanding in expression.
Clarity of expression
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rail
verbTo complain or criticize in harsh, angry language.
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