detailed

[ dih-teyld, dee-teyld ]

adjective

1. having many details:

   a detailed problem.

   Synonyms: complicated, complex, involved

2. thorough in the treatment of details; minute:

   a detailed report.

   Synonyms: comprehensive, thorough, exhaustive

detailed

/ ˈdiːteɪld /

adjective

1. having many details or giving careful attention to details

   a detailed list of the ingredients required

Other Words From

• de·tailed·ly [dih-, teyld, -lee, -, tey, -lid-], adverb
• de·tailedness noun
• nonde·tailed adjective
• over·de·tailed adjective
• unde·tailed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of detailed¹

First recorded in 1730–40; detail + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In my mind, the need for a detailed report on the latter is greater.

From Los Angeles Times

The House Jan. 6 committee developed a detailed public record of the plot that culminated in the insurrection.

From Los Angeles Times

Moreover, the Justice Department’s filings in the Jan. 6 case, especially its lengthy brief explaining the evidence it intended to present and why it was not foreclosed by the Supreme Court immunity decision, also left the public with a detailed account of Trump’s conduct.

From Los Angeles Times

The report also detailed ways to reduce the number of dogs in city shelters.

From Los Angeles Times

Three areas in England have already been looking at developing a more detailed local report in response to parents asking for more information.

From BBC

Related Words

• accurate
• complicated
• comprehensive
• definite
• exact
• exhaustive
• intricate
• meticulous
• precise
• specific
• thorough