- Today's Word
Pellucid
puh-LOO-sid
Definition
- (adjective) Transparently clear or easy to understand.
- Allowing the maximum amount of light to pass through; crystal clear.
Example
The author’s pellucid prose made even complex ideas accessible to a wide audience.
Fun Fact
“Pellucid” originates from the Latin pellucidus, combining per- (“through”) and lucidus (“clear”). The word captures both physical clarity, like glass or water, and intellectual clarity, such as easy-to-grasp writing or speech. Its dual meaning makes it a versatile and poetic choice in both scientific and literary contexts.
(adjective) Unclear, vague, or ill-defined; resembling a cloud or haze.
His plans for the future remained nebulous, more dream than direction.
From Latin nebula, meaning “mist” or “cloud.”