elaborately

[/ɪˈlæb.ər.ət.li/]

adverb

elaboradamente

1. in a way that is detailed, complicated, or carefully planned

The cake was elaborately decorated with intricate frosting patterns.

O bolo foi elaboradamente decorado com padrões complexos de cobertura.

2. with great care and attention to detail; thoroughly

She elaborately explained the scientific theory to the students.

Ela explicou elaboradamente a teoria científica aos alunos.

3. in an ornate or showy manner

The building's facade was elaborately designed in baroque style.

A fachada do edifício foi elaboradamente projetada em estilo barroco.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

elaboradamente

standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

elaboradamente

formal and standard usage

Portugal

elaboradamente

standard European Portuguese usage

go to great lengths (similar meaning of doing something with detailed care)

pull out all the stops (acting elaborately or with full effort)

with bells and whistles (elaborate or ornate)

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