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antonym of abbreviate

 

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Antonym of Abbreviate

Definition:

The antonym of abbreviate refers to the opposite action or concept of abbreviating, which is to extend, expand, or elaborate upon.

Part of Speech:

Verb

Senses:

Sense 1: To lengthen or elongate something.

Sense 2: To provide additional details or explanations.

Usage:

Popular:

When writing an essay, it is essential to avoid abbreviations and instead expand upon your ideas.

As a teacher, my role is to encourage my students to elaborate on their thoughts and not simply abbreviate their answers.

Local:

In the context of architecture, the antonym of abbreviate would mean to extend the dimensions of a structure.

As a local tradition, we prefer to extend our celebrations rather than abbreviate them.

Sample Sentences:

1. She decided to extend her vacation and take an extra week off work.

2. The article provided detailed examples to elaborate on the main points.

3. The architect designed a plan to lengthen the building and provide additional space.

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