enumerate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnjuːməreɪt/

Definition

To mention or list a number of things one by one.

Examples

• Please enumerate the steps required to complete the task.

• She enumerated her grievances to the manager.

• The report enumerates the various benefits of the new policy.

How to Use enumerate

enumerate something (prepositional phrase)

To list or count specific things. — "He enumerated the advantages of the proposal."

enumerate on (prepositional phrase)

To count or list a set of items. — "The professor enumerated on the different types of clouds."

Synonyms of enumerate

Words with a similar meaning to enumerate:

• list
• recount
• itemize
• detail
• catalogue

Antonyms of enumerate

Words with the opposite meaning to enumerate:

• summarize
• obscure

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