Definition

Translucently clear; allowing light to pass through so that objects beyond are distinctly visible. Pellucid can also mean clear and easy to understand, free from obscurity or confusion.

Example Usage

The philosopher's pellucid explanation of complex quantum mechanics made the subject accessible to general readers.

Origin

From Latin pellucidus, combining per (through) + lucidus (bright, clear), literally meaning 'shining through.'

Fun Fact

Pellucid is often used to praise clear writing in academic and professional contexts, though it appears less frequently in modern usage than synonyms like 'transparent' or 'clear.'

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