noun

lucidity

loo-SIH-dih-tee

Lucidity (noun) means the quality of being clear and easy to understand or think through. Example: “The professor explained the theory with remarkable lucidity.”

noun

The quality of being clear and easy to understand or think through.

"The professor explained the theory with remarkable lucidity."

"Despite his illness, he spoke with surprising lucidity."

How to Use Lucidity

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishClearness of thought or explanation.

Common pairings

mental lucidity speak with lucidity

Word Forms

lucidities plural

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Etymology

From French "lucidité," ultimately from Latin "luciditas."

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for lucidity

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “lucidity” mean?

The word “lucidity” means the quality of being clear and easy to understand or think through. In plain terms, clearness of thought or explanation.

How do you pronounce “lucidity”?

“Lucidity” is pronounced loo-SIH-dih-tee (/l(j)uːˈsɪdɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “lucidity” in a sentence?

Here is “lucidity” used in a sentence: “The professor explained the theory with remarkable lucidity.”

What part of speech is “lucidity”?

“Lucidity” is a noun.

Where does the word “lucidity” come from?

The word “lucidity” comes from Latin. From French "lucidité," ultimately from Latin "luciditas.".