Expatiate upon

verb

To speak or write at length or in detail.

The professor will expatiate upon the topic in tomorrow's lecture.
Visual representation of "expatiate upon" - To speak or write at length or in detail

Often appears as...

  • expatiate upon the topic
  • expatiate upon the subject

Usage tips

Formal

Academic

verb

To share or explain something in a way that is more detailed or thorough than necessary.

She tends to expatiate upon minor points and lose focus on the main issue.
Visual representation of "expatiate upon" - To share or explain something in a way that is more detailed or thorough than necessary

Often appears as...

  • expatiate upon minor points
  • expatiate upon trivial matters

Usage tips

Formal

verb

To speak or write at length or in detail.

The professor will expatiate upon the topic in tomorrow's lecture.
Visual representation of "expatiate upon" - To speak or write at length or in detail

Often appears as...

  • expatiate upon the topic
  • expatiate upon the subject

Usage tips

Formal

Academic

verb

To share or explain something in a way that is more detailed or thorough than necessary.

She tends to expatiate upon minor points and lose focus on the main issue.
Visual representation of "expatiate upon" - To share or explain something in a way that is more detailed or thorough than necessary

Often appears as...

  • expatiate upon minor points
  • expatiate upon trivial matters

Usage tips

Formal

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "expatiate upon"
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Academic Tone

Used in formal or educational contexts to dive deeper into topics.

Illustration for Academic Tone
The scholar was invited to expatiate upon her findings at the symposium.
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Not for Casual Use

Avoid in everyday casual conversations as it can sound too formal or pretentious.

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It's uncommon to expatiate upon weekend plans with friends.
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Attention to Detail

Implies giving a thorough explanation or analysis, not just an overview.

Illustration for Attention to Detail
In her thesis, she expatiated upon every aspect of the policy.
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Academic Tone

Used in formal or educational contexts to dive deeper into topics.

Illustration for Academic Tone
The scholar was invited to expatiate upon her findings at the symposium.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not for Casual Use

Avoid in everyday casual conversations as it can sound too formal or pretentious.

Illustration for Not for Casual Use
It's uncommon to expatiate upon weekend plans with friends.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Attention to Detail

Implies giving a thorough explanation or analysis, not just an overview.

Illustration for Attention to Detail
In her thesis, she expatiated upon every aspect of the policy.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Academic Tone

Used in formal or educational contexts to dive deeper into topics.

Illustration for Academic Tone
The scholar was invited to expatiate upon her findings at the symposium.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not for Casual Use

Avoid in everyday casual conversations as it can sound too formal or pretentious.

Illustration for Not for Casual Use
It's uncommon to expatiate upon weekend plans with friends.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Attention to Detail

Implies giving a thorough explanation or analysis, not just an overview.

Illustration for Attention to Detail
In her thesis, she expatiated upon every aspect of the policy.
Visual representation of the word "Expatiate upon"

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