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Synonyms & Similar Words
clarity
clearness
transparency
intelligibility
coherence
lucidness
perspicuity
sharpness
acuteness
keenness
astuteness
shrewdness
discernment
insight
perception
awareness
understanding
comprehension
grasp
apprehension
precision
distinctness
explicitness
straightforwardness
simplicity
ease
facility
intelligibility
legibility
readability
articulateness
eloquence
fluency
coherency
consistency
logic
rationality
sanity
soundness
validity
vigor
vitality
brilliance
luminosity
radiance
resplendence
sparkle
brightness
light
illumination
enlightenment
awareness
mindfulness
wakefulness
alertness
attentiveness
consciousness
sensibility
sensitivity
sentience
alertness
vigilance
watchfulness
carefulness
cautiousness
prudence
judiciousness
circumspection
discretion
foresight
vision
foresightedness
farsightedness.
Meaning of Lucidity
The primary meaning of the word "Lucidity" is the quality of being clear and transparent in thought, expression, or understanding.
Definitions
- The quality of being clear and transparent in thought, expression, or understanding, according to Oxford Languages.
- The state of being easily understood, with a clear and concise expression of ideas.
- The ability to think clearly and logically, with a high degree of mental clarity and focus.
Etymology of Lucidity
The word "Lucidity" originates from the Latin word "lucidus," meaning "clear" or "transparent," derived from "lucere," which means "to shine."
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially in reference to the clarity of thought or expression, and later expanding to include the concept of mental clarity and focus.
Example Uses
- The professor's lucidity in explaining complex concepts made the subject more accessible to students.
- The writer's lucidity of style and expression made the article a pleasure to read.
- After a good night's sleep, she woke up with a sense of lucidity and was able to tackle the challenging task with clarity and focus.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obscurity
ambiguity
vagueness
unclearness
murkiness
turbidity
opaqueness
impenetrability
incomprehensibility
confusion
disorientation
bewilderment
perplexity
puzzle
enigma
mystery
secrecy
concealment
ambiguity
equivocation
evasion
elusiveness
indirectness
circuitousness
complexity
intricacy
convolution
tortuousness
ambiguity
uncertainty
doubt
skepticism
incredulity
unbelief
wariness
mistrust
distrust
suspicion.