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Synonyms & Similar Words
vibrant
bright
radiant
luminous
resplendent
dazzling
sparkling
glowing
shining
beaming
gleaming
flashy
colorful
kaleidoscopic
dynamic
lively
energetic
intense
powerful
striking
impressive
dramatic
graphic
detailed
realistic
lifelike
rich
dense
evocative
expressive
poignant
moving
haunting
memorable
distinctive
unmistakable
clear
sharp
defined
precise
vividly colored
intensely colored
Meaning of Vivid
The primary meaning of the word "vivid" is producing a strong and clear impression on the mind.
Definitions
- Producing a strong and clear impression on the mind, especially one that is unlikely to be forgotten
- (of a color) brightly colored and strongly impressed on the mind
- (of a memory or experience) extremely clear and detailed
Etymology of Vivid
The word "vivid" comes from the Latin "vividus", which is the past participle of "vivere", meaning to live, and is related to "vita", meaning life, and is also connected to the Latin "videre", meaning to see.
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is full of life and energy.
Example Uses
- The fireworks exploded in a vivid display of color and light.
- She had a vivid dream that she could not shake from her mind.
- The vivid colors of the painting made it stand out in the gallery.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dull
muted
faint
weak
vague
indistinct
unclear
hazy
fuzzy
blurred
dim
pale
washed out
lackluster
uninspiring
unimpressive
unremarkable
forgettable
bland
monotonous
dull
flat
lifeless
colorless
uninteresting
nondescript