Lucid

Pronunciation: /ˈluːsɪd/

Definitions of lucid

adjective mentally sound; rational

Example Sentences

A1 She had a lucid dream last night.

A2 The instructions were written in a lucid manner.

B1 The professor gave a lucid explanation of the complex theory.

B2 The author's writing style is clear and lucid.

C1 The CEO delivered a lucid presentation on the company's future plans.

C2 The scientist's research findings were presented in a lucid and compelling manner.

Examples of lucid in a Sentence

formal The professor delivered a lucid explanation of the complex theory.

informal She gave a really clear and easy-to-understand presentation.

slang He broke it down in a way that was crystal clear.

figurative The dream felt so lucid, as if I were actually there.

Grammatical Forms of lucid

• past tense: lucidated
• plural: lucids
• comparative: more lucid
• superlative: most lucid
• present tense: lucid
• future tense: will be lucid
• perfect tense: have been lucid
• continuous tense: is being lucid
• singular: lucid
• positive degree: lucid
• infinitive: to lucid
• gerund: lucidating
• participle: lucidated

Origin and Evolution of lucid

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'lucid' originated from the Latin word 'lucidus', which means clear or bright.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'lucid' has retained its original meaning of clear or easily understood, but has also come to be associated with mental clarity and rationality.