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How does the adjective limpid contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of limpid are clear, translucent, and transparent. While all these words mean "capable of being seen through," limpid suggests the soft clearness of pure water.

her eyes were limpid pools of blue

When can clear be used instead of limpid?

The words clear and limpid can be used in similar contexts, but clear implies absence of cloudiness, haziness, or muddiness.

clear water

When would translucent be a good substitute for limpid?

While in some cases nearly identical to limpid, translucent implies the passage of light but not a clear view of what lies beyond.

translucent frosted glass

When might transparent be a better fit than limpid?

Although the words transparent and limpid have much in common, transparent implies being so clear that objects can be seen distinctly.

a transparent sheet of film

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of limpid The movie’s opulent sets and Giuseppe Rotunno’s limpid cinematography transmit a palpable yearning for the gilded palaces and gala balls of a bygone era. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2024 Entertaining, spectacular, with a limpid curatorial edge, the exhibition reads as an awe-inspiring homage to Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s artistry, and to their unabashed love for their country. Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2024 In a room adjacent to the main selling space sit displays and wall vitrines showcasing gala-appropriate jewels set with Colombian emeralds, unheated rubies and sapphires, and Type IIa diamonds (a gemological classification that denotes the finest, most limpid stones). Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2023 Lang’s compositions analyze fragments of the scriptural text in limpid vocal harmony. The New Yorker, 27 Oct. 2023 See all Example Sentences for limpid 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
  • The crystal shifter and twist knob ignition are also nice touches.
    Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
  • The options on the test SUV are: the crystal metallic paint for $595, the trailer hitch and wiring harness for $615, the wheel locks for $75, the premium carpet set for $350, and the destination set for $625.
    Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Windham’s exclusive 1,200-acre mountain, with an elevation of 3,100 feet, is known for its pristine, uncrowded slopes—providing the perfect setting for an intimate and serene ski experience.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2025
  • However, there’s no doubt the wellness oasis is every bit as thoughtful and serene as the rest of the property.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Many ranchers and feedlot operators are transparent about their practices, providing consumers with the information needed to make informed choices.
    Arturo Macias Franco, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
  • For example, the air of Paris is too transparent in 2024.
    Callum McLennan, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Designed for moments of escape and calm, this walled section is especially attractive for those with sensory challenges.
    Frances MacDougall, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
  • If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, the department says to stay calm but act quickly.
    Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The crystals in brown sugar contribute to the structure of the cake in a way liquid sweeteners like maple syrup don't.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2025
  • This isn’t the 1980s, where a small handful of franchises dominated, and the rest were liquid crap.
    Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The 17-year-old, composed and well prepared, rattled off data about the need for youth involvement in civic decision-making.
    Mará Rose Williams, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Myles Lewis-Skelly, the local hero, all boyhood Arsenal spirit wrapped into a mature and composed performance, whooped buoyantly at the crowd when he was barged towards the nearest exit.
    Amy Lawrence, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • What is clear is that the offseason is now over, spring training is underway and the Yankees have done nothing to replace Torres.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Reality check: The mayor is a nonpartisan position, but the political leanings of candidates are often clear.
    Megan Stringer, Axios, 16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Twenty-six percent favor it, with 23% supporting a peaceful acquisition and 3% supporting the potential use of force.
    Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 12 Feb. 2025
  • The film centers around a family of mice who are busy with holiday preparations in their cozy countryside home — until a human city family arrives, looking for a peaceful escape from their daily life.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025

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“Limpid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limpid. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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