Definition of EXPOUND

expound

Meanings

Verb

  • add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
  • state
  • To set out the meaning of; to explain or discuss at length
  • To make a statement, especially at length.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English expounden, from Old French espondre, from Latin exponere. Doublet of expose.

Synonyms

dilate, elaborate, enlarge, expand, expatiate, exposit, flesh out, lucubrate, set forth, spell out

Antonyms

contract

Scrabble Score: 17

expound is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
expound is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
expound is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

expound is a valid Words With Friends word