adj
Uncommon
lucid
LOO-sihd
Lucid (adj) means Clear and easy to understand. Example: “Her lucid explanation made the tax rules easy to follow.”
adj
1
Clear and easy to understand.
"Her lucid explanation made the tax rules easy to follow."
"He gave a lucid account of the accident to police."
2
Thinking clearly and rationally, especially after confusion or illness.
"The patient had a lucid moment and recognized his daughter."
How to use lucid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishClear-headed or clearly expressed — easy to follow, whether it's a person's mind or their explanation.
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Common pairings
lucid explanation
lucid moment
lucid argument
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Word forms
- Plural
- lucids
- Comparative
- lucider, more lucid
- Superlative
- lucidest, most lucid
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Etymology
From Latin "lucidus," meaning bright or clear, from "luceo," to shine.
Synonyms
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crystalline
luculent
coherent
logical
limpid
perspicuous
straightforward
radiant
pellucid
see-through
transparent
translucent
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lucid” mean?
The word “lucid” means clear and easy to understand. In plain terms, clear-headed or clearly expressed — easy to follow, whether it's a person's mind or their explanation.
How do you pronounce “lucid”?
“Lucid” is pronounced LOO-sihd (/ˈl(j)uːsɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “lucid” in a sentence?
Here is “lucid” used in a sentence: “Her lucid explanation made the tax rules easy to follow.”
What is another word for “lucid”?
Words with a similar meaning to “lucid” include perspicuous, straightforward, radiant, pellucid, see-through and transparent.
What part of speech is “lucid”?
“Lucid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “lucid” come from?
The word “lucid” comes from Latin. From Latin "lucidus," meaning bright or clear, from "luceo," to shine.
Is “lucid” a common word?
“Lucid” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “lucid” have?
“Lucid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: clear and easy to understand.
