pellucid
Noun
Hard difficulty
What does “pellucid” mean?
noun.translucently clear.
SAT Usage
this term is often found in passages related to literature, nature, or philosophy, emphasizing clarity and transparency in communication or thought. It suggests not just physical clarity but also intellectual or emotional transparency, distinguishing it from synonyms like "clear" or "transparent," which may lack the same depth of insight.
Common Confusions
Pellucid implies a deep clarity that conveys insight and transparency, while clear usually suggests a straightforward absence of obscurity without the same depth of understanding.
Do not choose pellucid if the context emphasizes opacity or obscurity rather than translucently clear.
Example Sentences
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The pellucid stream ran clear over white stones.