Articulate

/ɑrˈtɪkjʊlɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently.

She was able to articulate her thoughts clearly during the meeting.

To pronounce clearly and distinctly.

The teacher encouraged the students to articulate their words properly.

adjective

Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.

He is an articulate speaker, captivating the audience with his words.

Consisting of segments or segments connected by joints; capable of being moved.

The model was designed with articulate joints for better movement.

From Latin 'articulatus', past participle of 'articulare', meaning 'to divide into joints'.

articulate speech

Speech that is clear and easy to understand.

articulate ideas

Ideas expressed clearly and logically.

articulate thoughts

Thoughts that are communicated effectively.

articulation

The action of putting into words an idea or feeling.

articulator

A person or device that articulates or expresses clearly.

articulate speech

Speech produced with clarity and distinctness.

To explain something clearly and effectively.

He really articulated his point well during the debate.

To talk smoothly without hesitation.

She was so articulate, it was like listening to a podcast.