expand vs elaborate

elaborate vs expand

expand is not an adjective while elaborate is an adjective.

expand and elaborate both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
expand	No	No	Yes	No
elaborate	No	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, expand and elaborate are synonyms defined as:

expand and elaborate: add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Other synonyms of expand include dilate, enlarge, expatiate, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate.

expand (adjective)	elaborate (adjective)
	developed or executed with care and in minute detail
	marked by complexity and richness of detail

expand (verb)	elaborate (verb)
grow vigorously	make more complex, intricate, or richer
exaggerate or make bigger	work out in detail
become larger in size or volume or quantity	add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
expand the influence of	produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product
make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
extend in one or more directions

Difference between expand and elaborate

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