Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To explain in more detail or to make something more complex.
Elaborate
/ɪˈlæbərət/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Under this realisation the idea is pursued and elaborated.
I entered into a series of elaborate precautions.
"See, it doesn't have to be something elaborate.
Etymology:
The word elaborate originates from the Latin elaboratus, past participle of elaborare, meaning to exert oneself vigorously. The prefix e- or ex- means out and labore means to work.
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