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Elaborated

Verb / ɪˈlæbɜ:eɪtʌd / Another word for elaborated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To add more detail or explanation to something.

Synonyms & similar words

workout expatiate rarify lucubrate refine fleshout elaborate exposit expand complicate detailed dilate contract enlarge expound expand develop enlarge dilate amplify embellish enhance augment enrich improve clarify specify detail expatiate expound illustrate justify rationalize substantiate

Example sentences

  1. She elaborated on her drawing by adding more colors and details.
  2. The teacher asked the student to elaborate on his answer by giving more information.
  3. The chef elaborated on the sauce by adding more spices and herbs.
  4. The scientist elaborated on his theory by conducting more experiments.
  5. The author elaborated on the plot by adding more subplots and characters.

Quotes

  • The devil is in the details, and the details are in the elaboration.
  • The art of elaboration is the art of making a simple idea complicated.
  • Elaboration is the key to understanding, and understanding is the key to success.

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