pellucid
/pəˈluːsɪd/
Group 13Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Translucently clear; easily understood GRE
Example in Context
The author's pellucid explanations of quantum mechanics made the famously difficult subject accessible to lay readers for the first time.
Synonyms
crystal cleartransparentlucid
Etymology
Something that is clear enough to see through.
- per- (Latin) — through
- lucid (Latin) — clear
Memory Aid
💧Sounds like “pellucid pool”
A PELLUCID POOL where a fish wearing glasses is reading a book underwater!
Visual Association
🔍A crystal-clear lake reflecting the sky, where every pebble on the bottom is visible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “pellucid” mean on the GRE?
pellucid (adjective) means “Translucently clear; easily understood”. The author's pellucid explanations of quantum mechanics made the famously difficult subject accessible to lay readers for the first time.
How to remember “pellucid” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “pellucid” sounds like “pellucid pool”. A PELLUCID POOL where a fish wearing glasses is reading a book underwater!
What are synonyms for “pellucid”?
Common synonyms: crystal clear, transparent, lucid.