Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Dilate.
How to pronounce dilate:
UK
Dilate - as a verb
Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Example: "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
elaborate11enlarge8expand16expatiate18exposit16expound17flesh outlucubrate13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarify15clear upelucidate12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The doctor used eye drops to dilate my pupils for the examination."
"Fear can cause the blood vessels to dilate."
"During exercise, the blood vessels in the muscles dilate to increase blood flow."
"The cat dilated its pupils when it saw a mouse."
"Certain medications can dilate the bronchial tubes and improve breathing."
Word Game Points
Is DILATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dilate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DILATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is DILATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dilate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDILATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is DILATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dilate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDILATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
