elaborate
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The Pentagon didn’t elaborate and it couldn’t be determined whether and how Iran might be using Chinese imagery to guide its military operations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Nathan Hochman said Hernandez “threatened to expose his criminal conduct,” but declined to elaborate on what specifically happened.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
But some entrepreneurs have also identified business opportunities, including food sellers who offer hungry drivers bread and bananas, or more elaborate meals of spicy biryani rice.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
Instead, they're driving cars onto the campsite and creating an elaborate tent behind the car - with full-size beds, dressing rooms and even their own showers.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
I would flip through her botany books to find the perfect one, and we’d go to the craft store together and make an elaborate costume.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
Vocabulary lists containing elaborate
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 2
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
List 4
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
