delate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈleɪt/
KK: /dɪˈleɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To expand or make larger, especially in size or volume.
Example
The doctor said the blood vessels will delate during the procedure.
Tense Forms
Past: delated
Past Participle: delated
Conversation
I heard that when you exercise, your pupils dilate to let in more light.
Really? I never knew that was the reason behind it.
Yeah, it’s pretty interesting how our bodies react to different activities.
It makes sense! I guess that’s why I feel more alert after a workout.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
expand
enlarge
widen
Antonyms
contract
shrink
reduce
transitive verb
Definition
To inform against someone or to accuse them of wrongdoing, often by reporting to authorities.
Example
He decided to delate his colleague for unethical behavior.
Tense Forms
Past: delated
Past Participle: delated
Conversation
Did you hear about the news they are going to delate next week?
Yeah, I heard they want to make it public during the meeting.
It'll be interesting to see how they delate the findings.
Root Explanation
Delate → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "latus" (meaning carried or borne). The word originally referred to the act of carrying down or away, particularly in the context of reporting or informing against someone.
Memory Tip
Think of 'carrying down' ('de-') information about someone — that's why delate means to inform against someone.
Visually Confused Words
deflate
dealate
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desolate
depilate
delsarte
delicate
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