Synonyms for explanation

Noun

1. explanation, account, statement

usage: a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.; "the explanation was very simple"; "I expected a brief account"

2. explanation, thinking, thought, cerebration, intellection, mentation

usage: thought that makes something comprehensible

3. explanation, speech act

usage: the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible; "I heard his explanation of the accident"