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Which word fits this meaning? To decorate or add details, sometimes to exaggerate an account.
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Reveal word and examples embellish He tended to embellish a routine journey into a grand adventure. Dictionary practice example. The editor was willing to embellish the video with a few well-chosen visual details, but not to invent praise from imaginary audience members. From Style Needs Something to Say . Full dictionary entry How did you do before revealing the answer?
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