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exemplify vs elaborate

elaborate vs exemplify

exemplify is not an adjective while elaborate is an adjective.

exemplify and elaborate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
exemplify No No Yes No
elaborate No Yes Yes No
As verbs, elaborate is a hypernym of exemplify; that is, elaborate is a word with a broader meaning than exemplify:
  • exemplify: clarify by giving an example of
  • elaborate: add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Other hypernyms of exemplify include dilate, enlarge, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate.
exemplify (adjective) elaborate (adjective)
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
marked by complexity and richness of detail
exemplify (verb) elaborate (verb)
clarify by giving an example of make more complex, intricate, or richer
be typical of 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 exemplify and elaborate

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