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specialize vs expatiate

expatiate vs specialize

specialize and expatiate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
specialize No No Yes No
expatiate No No Yes No
As verbs, expatiate is a hypernym of specialize; that is, expatiate is a word with a broader meaning than specialize:
  • specialize: be specific about
  • expatiate: add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Other hypernyms of specialize include dilate, elaborate, enlarge, expand, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate.
specialize (verb) expatiate (verb)
become more focused on an area of activity or field of study add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
suit to a special purpose
evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
be specific about
devote oneself to a special area of work
Difference between specialize and expatiate

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