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elaborate vs particularize

particularize vs elaborate

elaborate is an adjective but particularize is not an adjective.

elaborate and particularize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
elaborate No Yes Yes No
particularize No No Yes No
As verbs, particularize is a hyponym of elaborate; that is, particularize is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than elaborate:
  • elaborate: add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
  • particularize: be specific about
elaborate (adjective) particularize (adjective)
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
marked by complexity and richness of detail
elaborate (verb) particularize (verb)
make more complex, intricate, or richer be specific about
work out in detail
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product
Difference between elaborate and particularize

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