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explicit form

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt fɔːrm]
nounpl: explicit forms
forma explícita
1. A mathematical or logical expression where the dependent variable is isolated and expressed directly in terms of independent variables
The explicit form of the equation y = 2x + 3 clearly shows how y depends on x.
A forma explícita da equação y = 2x + 3 mostra claramente como y depende de x.
2. A statement or representation that is clear, direct, and unambiguous
The contract was written in explicit form to avoid any misunderstandings.
O contrato foi redigido em forma explícita para evitar mal-entendidos.
Synonyms
explicit expressiondirect formstandard form
Antonyms
implicit formimplicit equationindirect form

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma explícita
Standard term used in mathematics and technical contexts
Portugal
forma explícita
Standard term, same usage as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

in explicit form
convert to explicit form
solve in explicit form
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