1.
explicit indication, clearly showing, making clear
To indicate or show something clearly and unambiguously, whether in writing, speech, or action. Broader than writing alone — can apply to any form of clear communication or display.
条件を明示する。
To clearly indicate the conditions.
法律で明示されている義務がある。
There are obligations explicitly stated in the law.
出典を明示せずに他人の文章を使うと盗用になる。
Using someone else's writing without explicitly indicating the source constitutes plagiarism.
USAGE:
Used as a suru verb (明示する) or noun. Contrasts with 暗示 (implicit suggestion/hinting). In legal contexts, 明示の同意 means explicit consent, as opposed to 黙示の同意 (tacit consent).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 明示する: to explicitly state/show
- 明示的: explicit (as adjective)
- 明示の同意: explicit consent
- ～に明示されている: is explicitly indicated in ~
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 明記: clearly stating in writing (specifically written)
- 暗示: hint, suggestion (antonym — implicit rather than explicit)