expound

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expound

The professor expounds his theory on the chalkboard.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To explain or present a theory, idea, or argument in detail: To set forth a point of view or system of thought methodically and thoroughly.
    • To interpret or comment on a text, especially a religious or legal one: To provide a detailed explanation or analysis of a complex piece of writing.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • The professor will expound his theory on quantum mechanics in the next lecture.
    • The judge expounded the law to the jury, clarifying its application to the case.
    • She expounded for an hour on the virtues of classical education.
Advanced Usage
  • "to expound on/upon something": To speak or write about a subject in great detail.
    • The author expounds upon the theme of justice throughout the novel.
  • "to expound a doctrine": To explain a particular set of beliefs or principles systematically.
    • The philosopher spent his life expounding a doctrine of personal liberty.
Variants and Related Words
  • Exposition (n): A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
    • The book is a clear exposition of economic principles.
  • Expository (adj): Intended to explain or describe something.
    • She wrote an expository essay on the causes of the war.
Synonyms
  • Elucidate: To make something clear; explain.
  • Articulate: To express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently.
  • Clarify: To make a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible.
Related Phrasal Verbs / Constructions
  • Expound on/upon: This is the primary construction, as shown in the 'Advanced Usage' section. It is used to indicate the topic being explained in detail.
Related Idioms
  • To hold forth: To speak at length about a subject one is knowledgeable or passionate about. (This is a near-synonymous idiom, though often implies a more informal or lengthy speech).
    • He held forth on his travels for the entire dinner party.
expound

The professor expounds his theory on the chalkboard.

Verb
  1. state
    • set forth one's reasons
  2. add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
    • She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation

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