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expository

adjective

/ɪkˈspɒzɪtəri/

Meaning

intended to explain or describe something

The teacher gave an expository lecture on the topic.

descriptive, explanatory, illustrative, interpretative

mysterious, obscure

expository writing, expository essay, expository style, expository text

adapted for seizing or grasping, especially by wrapping around an object

Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.

existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious

Deep, full, and rich in sound.

Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.

arranged in a pattern of repeated shapes fitting together without gaps