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Extensively vs Explanatory - What's the difference?

extensively | explanatory |

As an adverb extensively

is in an extensive manner, widely.

As an adjective explanatory is

intended to serve as an explanation.

extensively

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In an extensive manner, widely.
    • He has read and traveled extensively .
  • To a great extent.
    • He became more extensively involved than he intended.

    explanatory

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Intended to serve as an explanation.
    • Below the diagram is an explanatory text.
  • (of a person) Disposed to explain.