elaborate

/ɛləˈbeɪt/ iːˈbæt, -ˈbeɪteɪt, -ˈbeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to develop or explain something in a detailed and elaborate manner

“The professor elaborated on the complex topic, making it easier to understand for the students.”

2. noun

a detailed and elaborate explanation or description of something

“The writer’s elaborate description of the setting helped to transport the reader to a different world.”

3. adjective

very detailed and elaborate

“The elaborate decorations on the cake made it a showstopper at the party.”

4. adverb

in a detailed and elaborate manner

“The author elaborately described the characters and their motivations in her novel.”

Synonyms

  • comprehensive
  • detailed
  • exhaustive
  • verbose

Antonyms

  • abridged
  • brief
  • concise