expository — intended to explain or describe something; serving to expound, set forth, or explain
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: intended to explain or describe something; serving to expound, set forth, or explain
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈspɑzəˌtɔri/
Korean meaning: 설명하거나 해설하는, 해설적인
Korean pronunciation: 익스**파**지터리
Example Sentences
- His expository lecture was so clear that even my grandmother could understand quantum physics.
- The museum's expository displays helped visitors understand the historical context.
- She wrote an expository piece about why cats always land on their feet, complete with diagrams of confused falling cats.
expository
ADJECTIVE//ɪkˈspɑzəˌtɔri//
intended to explain or describe something; serving to expound, set forth, or explain
a museum guide points toward a large dinosaur skeleton while gesturing expressively to explain its features. She uses her hands to show the size and shape of different bone parts to make the information clear. A group of fascinated children and adults listen intently as she describes what they are seeing. Their faces show understanding and interest as the complex information becomes accessible through her explanations. The guide's animated gestures and the audience's engaged expressions create a perfect teaching moment. information being presented in an expository manner to help others understand and learn
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Origin
From Latin 'exponere' meaning 'to put forth, display, or explain.' Like setting up an exhibit in a museum to show visitors something clearly, expository writing displays information in an organized, explanatory way.
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“His expository lecture was so clear that even my grandmother could understand quantum physics.”
“The museum's expository displays helped visitors understand the historical context.”
“She wrote an expository piece about why cats always land on their feet, complete with diagrams of confused falling cats.”
“The textbook's expository approach made complex theories accessible to beginners.”
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