expatiate
to enlarge in discourse or writing; be copious in description or discussion: to expatiate upon a theme.
Archaic. to move or wander about intellectually, imaginatively, etc., without restraint.
Origin of expatiate
1Other words from expatiate
- ex·pa·ti·a·tion, noun
- ex·pa·ti·a·tor, noun
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How to use expatiate in a sentence
A tempting subject for expatiation, especially when one remembers—and who that has once read it can forget?
Sir Walter Scott | William Paton KerFor example, the card called Fortitude is an opportunity for expatiation on will as the secret of strength.
The Illustrated Key to the Tarot | L. W. de LaurenceGower Woodseer's engagement with the girl Madge was a happier subject for expatiation and agreement.
The Amazing Marriage, Complete | George MeredithThe inevitable monotony of the panegyrics on Honorius is relieved by just and brilliant expatiation on the duties of a sovereign.
His brother-in-law paused in the middle of an expatiation on the business opportunities of the neighborhood.
Martin Eden | Jack London
British Dictionary definitions for expatiate
/ (ɪkˈspeɪʃɪˌeɪt) /
(foll by on or upon) to enlarge (on a theme, topic, etc) at length or in detail; elaborate (on)
rare to wander about
Origin of expatiate
1Derived forms of expatiate
- expatiation, noun
- expatiator, noun
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