fleshed out
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Definition
Adjective: 1. Given substance or detail; made more complete or substantial: Describes something (like an idea, plan, or character) that has been developed from a basic form by adding necessary details, depth, or content. 2. Completed in its essential parts: Indicates that the core structure has been filled in and elaborated upon.
Usage and Examples
The adjective "fleshed out" is typically used after a linking verb (like is, was, seems) or before a noun to describe the state of an abstract concept.
- After a linking verb:
- The initial proposal was just an outline, but the final report is fully fleshed out.
- Her character in the first draft was flat, but in the final novel, she is wonderfully fleshed out.
- Before a noun:
- The committee reviewed a fleshed-out version of the strategy.
- He presented a fleshed-out plan with budgets and timelines.
Advanced Usage
- "to flesh something out" (Phrasal Verb): This is the verbal action from which the adjective is derived. It means to add details, substance, or information to make something more complete.
- We have the basic plot; now we need to flesh out the characters.
- Can you flesh out your argument with some specific examples?
Variants and Related Words
- Flesh out (phrasal verb): To add substance or detail. (See "Advanced Usage" above).
- Elaborated (adj): Developed or presented in great detail.
- Detailed (adj): Characterized by abundant use of detail or thoroughness of treatment.
- Substantiated (adj): Supported with evidence or authority; verified.
Synonyms
- Developed
- Elaborated
- Expanded
- Detailed
- Filled in
- Amplified
Antonyms
- Skeletal
- Outline
- Sketchy
- Undeveloped
- Vague
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To put meat on the bones of something: An idiom with a very similar meaning to "flesh out," implying adding substance to a basic framework.
- The concept is good, but we need to put some meat on the bones.
Adjective
- given substance or detail; completed
- did not spring full-clad from his imagination
- a plan fleshed out with statistics and details