detailed
Americanadjective
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having many details.
a detailed problem.
- Synonyms:
- complicated, complex, involved
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thorough in the treatment of details; minute.
a detailed report.
- Synonyms:
- comprehensive, thorough, exhaustive
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of detailed
Explanation
Use the adjective detailed when you're talking about something that's full of specific points or facts. A detailed weather report includes temperature, cloud cover, and the possibility of rain. Something that's detailed is focused on the fine points or small aspects — a detailed portrait of your grandmother includes every wisp of hair and subtle shade of skin. Detailed explanations take some time, because the person doing the explaining isn't leaving any detail out. The literal Old French meaning of the noun detail is "a cutting in pieces," and it's used to mean "small piece or quantity."
Example Sentences
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The S-1 detailed approximately $895.4 billion of AI computing and infrastructure commitments through 2045.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
The report also detailed ways in which Combs was allegedly living it up on the inside and receiving massages and special meals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
The Next Generation Very Large Array, an observatory currently under development, is expected to make detailed studies of nearby stars and their atmospheres much easier.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026
McDonald’s detailed the plans as it works to overhaul its menu, declutter its value offerings and hold on to customers who are juggling higher costs of living and have shied away from dining out.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
There will be a more detailed statement later this week.”’
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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