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expatiate vs elaborate

elaborate vs expatiate

expatiate is not an adjective while elaborate is an adjective.

expatiate and elaborate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
expatiate No No Yes No
elaborate No Yes Yes No
As verbs, expatiate and elaborate are synonyms defined as:
  • expatiate 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 expatiate include dilate, enlarge, expand, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate.
expatiate (adjective) elaborate (adjective)
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
marked by complexity and richness of detail
expatiate (verb) elaborate (verb)
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing make more complex, intricate, or richer
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 expatiate and elaborate

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