Limpid
Adjective
- (Of a liquid) Free of anything that darkens; completely clear.
- (Of a person’s eyes) Unclouded; clear.
Example Sentences
“The brochure pictures of the resort show limpid pools and endless rows of lounge chairs.”
“She knew her son was over his bout of flu when his eyes were limpid.”
“The artist’s rendition of her subject’s limpid eyes and sharp expression captured her intelligence.”
Word Origin
French, early 17th century
Why this word?
This word can easily be traced back to the Latin word “limpidus,” meaning “clear,” but there’s also a link to the Latin “lymph,” meaning “clear water,” in particular. “Limpid” is an adjective used to describe anything translucent or free from clouds and darkness. It’s most often used to describe liquid and clear eyes, but can also be used when someone has a clear and direct way with words.
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