adj
lucid
LOO-sihd
adj
1
Clear and easy to understand.
"Her lucid explanation made the tax rules easy to follow."
"He gave a lucid account of the accident to police."
2
Thinking clearly and rationally, especially after confusion or illness.
"The patient had a lucid moment and recognized his daughter."
How to Use Lucid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishClear-headed or clearly expressed — easy to follow, whether it's a person's mind or their explanation.
Easily confused with
lucent
Common pairings
lucid explanation
lucid moment
lucid argument
Word Forms
lucider comparative, more lucid comparative, lucids plural, Lucids plural, lucidest superlative, most lucid superlative
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Etymology
From Latin "lucidus," meaning bright or clear, from "luceo," to shine.