# enumerate

/ɪˈnumɝˌeɪt/ (US) · /ɪnjˈuːməɹˌeɪt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/enumerate
Updated: 2026-10-08

## Definition

to name or list things one by one. You use this when you want to be very clear about every item in a group.

For teachers: to mention a number of things one by one; to establish the number of something. Often used in formal or academic contexts to provide a detailed list.

## Examples

- She began to enumerate the many reasons for her decision.
- The report will enumerate every safety violation found during the inspection of the factory.
- The witness was asked to enumerate the sequence of events leading up to the accident, providing a granular account of the evening's timeline.

## Synonyms

list, detail, specify, itemize

## Usage notes

- The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, typically a plural noun or a list.

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