lucid — clearly expressed and easy to understand; rational and coherent
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: clearly expressed and easy to understand; rational and coherent
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈluːsɪd/
Example Sentences
- After drinking five cups of coffee, my professor's lecture became surprisingly lucid at 3 AM.
- The patient had a lucid interval between episodes of confusion.
- My grandmother becomes most lucid when complaining about modern technology.
lucid
ADJECTIVE[/ˈluːsɪd/]
clearly expressed and easy to understand; rational and coherent
Clear explanation brings instant understanding
The druid reads lucid wisdom in the fluid.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'lucidus' meaning 'shining' or 'clear', derived from 'lucere' meaning 'to shine' or 'to be light'. The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 16th century to describe clarity of expression and thought.
Breakdown
luc- (Latin 'lucere', to shine/be clear) + -id (adjective suffix) = lucid (clear, shining, easy to understand)
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📝Examples
“After drinking five cups of coffee, my professor's lecture became surprisingly lucid at 3 AM.”
“The patient had a lucid interval between episodes of confusion.”
“My grandmother becomes most lucid when complaining about modern technology.”
“The writer's lucid style made the complex philosophical concepts accessible to everyone.”
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