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exposition

exposition

16 5.5
A clear explanation of an idea or subject that makes it easy to understand
  • noun
  • /ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən/
translation icon : exposición
  • The professor gave a detailed exposition on the principles of quantum physics during the lecture.
  • exposition of Catholic doctrine
  • exposition of ideas
  • clear exposition

And he has a book that's called The Exposition of the Orthodox Faith.

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Examples

  • Despite this, Morson's work on Bakhtin is invaluable for its clear exposition of the original theories.

    Academic text (1991)
  • Let me provide a brief exposition of John Rawls's contractarian views.

    Academic text (1993)
  • Thank you for a brilliant exposition of the subject.

  • Well, it was a wonderful exposition, believe me.

  • Brian, thank you so much for a brilliant exposition of history and the poetry.

  • Read it in middle school and it's a brilliant exposition of science and math and really cool topics.

  • The rich vocabulary in books occurs in the exposition, not the dialogue.

    Academic text (2012)
  • Her exposition on the benefits of exercise was both informative and engaging for the audience.

  • In his speech, he provided a clear exposition of the new policy changes and their implications.

Synonyms

explanation
vsexposition
1.0

A statement that makes something clear or helps someone understand

is more thorough and detailed rather than just a simple account
presentation
vsexposition
435 3.5

To give information to a group using a talk or slides

focuses more on clear written or spoken detail than public showing
expansion
vsexposition
19 3.9

More detail added to an idea to make it clearer

is the original clear detailed account, not merely added material
elaboration
vsexposition
8 4.9

Adding more detail or explanation to something

is the full clear account itself rather than just added detail
explication
vsexposition
  • Literature
2 8.1

A clear, detailed explanation that helps you understand a text or idea

is broader, covering clear and detailed accounts beyond text only
elucidation
vsexposition
  • Formal
1 6.5

An explanation that makes something clear and easy to understand

is more detailed and formal, not only aimed at clarity
explainer
vsexposition
  • Literature
1 4.0

A short video or article that makes a topic easy to understand

is more comprehensive and detailed than a brief media explanation
verbal description
vsexposition
1 4.2

An explanation of something using words rather than pictures

is more detailed and formal than a simple word based description
expounding
vsexposition
  • Formal
7.7

A detailed explanation of an idea or topic, often written

is more general, not always systematic or limited to written form
set-out
vsexposition
  • Formal
4.4

A clear statement of facts, reasons or plans

is wider in scope, serving as a detailed account not only an intro
expatiation
vsexposition
  • Formal
9.9

Talking or writing for a long time with many details

is focused on clarity and structure rather than just lengthy discussion

How Detailed

treatise
  • Formal
19 8.4
exposition
16 5.5
explanation
1.0
summary
397 2.7

Surface Forms

exposition singular
expositions plural

Morphology

exposition = exposit (opaque) = ex + posit + ion

If the learner knows the verb 'exposit', the noun 'exposition' is a regular action or result noun in -ion.

Etymology

Exposition comes from Latin parts ex- 'out' and ponere 'to put'. So an exposition is a clear 'putting out' of ideas — a full explanation that lays the subject out for others.