What is Elaborate?

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What does elaborate mean? In this video, we’ll learn the definition, synonyms, antonyms, and how to use the word in a sentence. If you have an instrument, you can even play along using the chords provided in the video.

Elaborate

i-ˈla-b(ə-)rət
Elaborate is involving many carefully arranged parts or details. It means complicated it means complex, but not simple and plain.

Word Background

Imagine you’re telling a story. You can just say “The princess went to the castle,” or you can elaborate by saying “The princess, wearing a shimmering gown of emerald green, rode a white horse through the enchanted forest to reach the magnificent castle.”

To elaborate means to give more details or information about something. It’s like adding extra layers to a story or an explanation. Instead of just stating the facts, you add descriptions, examples, and extra information to make it more interesting and detailed.

Elaborating helps people understand things better and makes your explanations more engaging and enjoyable.

Example Sentence

The children wore elaborate costumes to the party.

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