ELABORATE (ON) Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

elaborate (on)

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Definition of elaborate (on)

as in to exaggerate

to add to the interest of by including made-up details my friend tends to elaborate on his hiking experiences, turning an ordinary walk in the woods into a hair-raising adventure

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as in to develop

to express more fully and in greater detail the candidate for governor refused to elaborate on how she would balance the state's budget

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Curated by Andrew Bolton, Costume Art explored the relationship between clothing and the human body, highlighting how fashion can celebrate, exaggerate, and transform the human form.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
Reports of the Make America Healthy Again movement’s demise have been exaggerated.

— Isabella Cueto, STAT, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of exaggerate

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Building teams, managing budgets, developing positioning and driving growth remain essential.

— Vlada Grebenykova, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026
According to the team, developing the system required overcoming several engineering challenges, particularly in selecting motors.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of develop

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And the oversized Heavenly robes are thick enough to justify padding down to the pool deck without feeling underdressed.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
The Beacon-News) Callaway padded that lead after Maroa-Forsyth turned the ball over on downs, bobbling a screen pass from Vasquez before gathering it in and capping off a 77-yard reception for another TD.

— Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026

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The agreement with Kyoto Fusioneering will expand existing work on next-generation gyrotrons — devices that generate high-power microwaves used to heat the plasma.

— Ian King, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Guests celebrating special occasions or those just living the good life can choose the Ritz-Carlton Suite, which offers spacious living, ocean views, and can be further expanded.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

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