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elaborate
When used as an adjective, "elaborate" is pronounced with a short 'a' sound at the end (/ˈɛləbərət/). When used as a verb, it ends with a long 'a' sound (/ɪˈlæbəreɪt/). As a verb, it is very common to use the preposition "on" (e.g., "elaborate on something") when you want someone to provide more details about a specific topic.
💬Trò chuyện
The CEO wants to 'synergize' the cloud migration. Thoughts?
Care to elaborate on what that actually means, or is it just more buzzwords?
Ý nghĩa
Involving many carefully arranged parts or details; detailed and complicated in design.
"The dancers wore elaborate costumes adorned with gold sequins."
To develop or present a theory, policy, or system in further detail.
"Could you elaborate your plan for the new marketing campaign?"
To add more detail to a statement or explanation, typically by providing more information.
"The spokesperson refused to elaborate on the reasons for the resignation."