Elaborate

Adjective

Definition: Developed or executed with care and precision; detailed and intricate.

Synonyms: Intricate, Detailed, Complex, Thorough

Antonyms: Simple, Plain, Basic

Examples:
  • The architect created an elaborate blueprint for the new building.
  • Her elaborate costume caught everyone's attention at the party.
Mnemonics:
  • 'Elaborate' sounds like "elaborate" which means adding more layers of detail or complexity.

Verb

Definition: To add more detail or complexity to something.

Synonyms: Explain, Expand, Develop

Antonyms: Simplify, Condense, Shorten

Examples:
  • Could you please elaborate on your idea?
  • The professor asked the student to elaborate on her research findings.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "elaborating" as providing a more elaborate explanation or description.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English from Latin 'elaboratus', past participle of 'elaborare', from 'e-', out, + 'labor', work.

Historical Usage:

The term 'elaborate' originated from the Latin word 'elaboratus' and has been in use since the late Middle English period.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Elaborate on"

Explanation:

To provide more information or additional details about something.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'elaborate' (adjective) with 'elaborate' (verb).

Explanation:

'Elaborate' can be both an adjective and a verb with different meanings.

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