articulate
/ɑː(ɹ)ˈtɪk.jʊ.lət/
Group 25Difficulty 1/3
Definitions
- (adjective)
- Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently GRE
- (verb)
- To express an idea clearly GRE
Example in Context
The young activist was remarkably articulate, presenting her arguments with a clarity that belied her age.
Synonyms
well-spokeneloquentclear
Etymology
To express thoughts clearly and in distinct parts.
- articulare (Latin) — to divide into joints
Memory Aid
🕰️Sounds like “art tick late”
Imagine a clock that 'TICKS' perfectly, and when it strikes 'LATE', it ARTICULATES every hour with a grand speech!
Visual Association
🗣️A confident person delivering a powerful speech on stage, each word flowing smoothly and clearly.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “articulate” mean on the GRE?
articulate (adjective) means “Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently”. The young activist was remarkably articulate, presenting her arguments with a clarity that belied her age.
How to remember “articulate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “articulate” sounds like “art tick late”. Imagine a clock that 'TICKS' perfectly, and when it strikes 'LATE', it ARTICULATES every hour with a grand speech!
What are synonyms for “articulate”?
Common synonyms: well-spoken, eloquent, clear.