Lucid

Meaning

Lucid means clear and easy to understand, especially when describing speech, writing, or thought. It can also describe a state of being mentally clear and aware.

Pronunciation

/ˈluː.sɪd/

Word Forms

• Adjective: lucid
• Comparative: more lucid
• Superlative: most lucid
• Adverb: lucidly
• Noun: lucidity

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

• lucid explanation — an explanation that is very clear and easy to understand.
• lucid writing — writing that expresses ideas clearly.
• lucid account — a clear and understandable description of something.
• lucid thought — clear and rational thinking.
• lucid dream — a dream in which the dreamer is aware that they are dreaming.
• remain lucid — to remain mentally clear and aware.

Example Sentences

• Her explanation was so lucid that everyone understood the complicated idea.
• The professor gave a lucid account of the historical events.
• Despite being tired, he remained lucid throughout the conversation.
• The book presents a lucid introduction to the subject.
• She experienced a lucid dream in which she knew she was dreaming.

Literary Example

Example:

“His mind was lucid, and his thoughts were clear.”

— Daniel Defoe, Robinson Crusoe

Here, lucid means clear-minded and mentally aware. The word describes a state in which a person's thoughts are coherent and understandable.

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