limpid — Completely clear and transparent; easily understood or characterized by clarity of expression.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Completely clear and transparent; easily understood or characterized by clarity of expression.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɪmpɪd/
Example Sentences
- The detective's limpid thinking cut through all the confusing evidence like a knife through butter.
- My grandmother's limpid soup was so clear you could see your reflection in it - and judge your life choices.
- The professor's limpid explanation made quantum physics seem as simple as ordering coffee.
limpid
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlɪmpɪd/]
Completely clear and transparent; easily understood or characterized by clarity of expression.
Completely clear and transparent; easily understood or characterized by clarity of expression.
Limp ID so clear — perfectly transparent, crystal clear!
The limpid lake stays vivid while the photographer turns livid!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'limpidus' meaning 'clear, transparent.' Ancient Romans used this word to describe the pure, see-through quality of clean water.
Breakdown
limpid- (clear, transparent) + -us (Latin adjective ending, dropped in English)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The detective's limpid thinking cut through all the confusing evidence like a knife through butter.”
“My grandmother's limpid soup was so clear you could see your reflection in it - and judge your life choices.”
“The professor's limpid explanation made quantum physics seem as simple as ordering coffee.”
“The limpid blue of the Caribbean sea made every tourist feel like they were swimming in liquid sapphires.”
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