The difference between Elucidation and Explanation
When used as nouns, elucidation means a making clear, whereas explanation means the act or process of explaining.
check bellow for the other definitions of Elucidation and Explanation
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Elucidation as a noun:
A making clear; the act of elucidating or that which elucidates, as an explanation, an exposition, an illustration
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Explanation as a noun:
The act or process of explaining.
Examples:
"The explanation was long and drawn-out."
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Explanation as a noun:
Something that explains, makes understandable.
Examples:
"An explanation for the UFO sightings was easily found."
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Explanation as a noun:
A resolution of disputed points pursuant to discussion; a mutual clarification of disputed points; reconciliation.