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ELABORATES

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Elaborates.

Elaborates - as an adjective satellite

Marked by complexity and richness of detail

Example: "An elaborate lace pattern"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
luxuriant16

Developed or executed with care and in minute detail

Example: "A detailed plan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detailed10elaborated13

Elaborates - 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)
dilate7enlarge8expand16expatiate18exposit16expound17flesh outlucubrate13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarify15clear upelucidate12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product

Example: "The bee elaborates honey"

Make more complex, intricate, or richer

Example: "Refine a design or pattern"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complicate18rarify12refine9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Work out in detail

Example: "Elaborate a plan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
work out

Example Sentences

"She elaborates on her theory in the next chapter."
"The professor elaborates on the historical context of the novel."
"He elaborates on the details of the experiment during the presentation."
"The artist elaborates on her inspiration for the painting."
"The CEO elaborates on the company's strategic plan for the next year."
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Word Game Points

Is ELABORATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, elaborates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ELABORATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ELABORATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, elaborates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ELABORATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ELABORATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, elaborates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ELABORATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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