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EXPOUNDS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Expounds.

Expounds - as a verb

Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Example: "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dilateelaborateenlargeexpandexpatiateexpositflesh outlucubrate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarifyclear upelucidate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

State

Example: "Set forth one's reasons"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expositset forth
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dilateelaborateenlargeexpandexpatiateexpositexpoundflesh outlucubrate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"During the lecture, the professor expounds on the theory of relativity."
"In his book, the author expounds upon the benefits of meditation."
"She often expounds her philosophical ideas at length in her blog posts."
"The expert expounds on the importance of early childhood education."
"The religious leader expounds the teachings of his faith to the congregation."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPOUNDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, expounds is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPOUNDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is EXPOUNDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expounds is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPOUNDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is EXPOUNDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expounds is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPOUNDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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