limpid
Adjective
Hard difficulty
What does “limpid” mean?
adjective.free of anything that darkens; completely clear.
SAT Usage
the term is often found in passages discussing nature, art, or emotional clarity, emphasizing transparency and purity in description. It suggests an ideal state of clarity that transcends mere transparency, often contrasting with obscurity or complexity, and is distinct from words like "clear," which may lack the same depth of beauty or serenity.
Common Confusions
Limpid implies a serene and beautiful clarity, while clear usually suggests a straightforward absence of obstruction without the same depth of tranquility or aesthetic appeal.
Do not choose limpid if the context emphasizes obscurity or murkiness rather than being free of anything that darkens and completely clear.
Example Sentences
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The limpid water of the spring was clear to the bottom.