Explain
Describe
Synonyms: Describe, make clear/plain/intelligible, put into words, elucidate, explicate, clarify, throw light on, simplify, interpret, decode, demonstrate, teach, unravel, resolve, get across, give an explanation of, spell out, express in words, expound, delineate, unfold, clear up, gloss, decipher, translate, show, illustrate, untangle, solve, and get over.
Account for
Synonyms: Account for, give a reason for, give a justification for, explain away, give a rationale for, vindicate, mitigate, give an explanation for, justify, make excuses for, rationalize, defend, legitimize, and extenuate.
Example Sentences
Can you explain this concept clearly?
He will explain the process thoroughly.
She tried to explain her decision.
They need to explain their reasoning.