clearly-articulated
|clear-ly-ar-tic-u-lat-ed|
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/ˈklɪrli ɑrˈtɪkjəˌleɪtɪd/
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/ˈklɪəli ɑːˈtɪkjʊˌleɪtɪd/
(articulate)
clear expression
Etymology
Etymology Information
'articulate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'articulatus,' where 'articulus' meant 'a joint or division.'
Historical Evolution
'articulatus' transformed into the Old French word 'articuler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'articulate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to divide into joints,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing oneself clearly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
expressed in a clear and effective manner.
The professor gave a clearly-articulated lecture on quantum physics.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 23:06