Epexegesis is a noun that refers to the addition of words to clarify meaning.
Our word of the day comes directly from the Greek words for ‘in addition’ and ‘explanation.’ Here is an example of epexegesis:
Don’t get me wrong, I like those short simple sentences that our manager uses. I just think there are times when it may be helpful for him to add an epexegesis. Sometimes a clarification is needed.
