Limpides (en. Clear)

/lɛ̃.pid/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective

Definition: Refers to a clear and pure liquid.

Example Sentence: The limpid waters of the river invite swimming.

Les eaux limpides de la rivière invitent à la baignade.

Definition: Refers to a clear, understandable mind.

Example Sentence: She has a clear mind that facilitates discussions.

Elle a une pensée limpide qui facilite les débats.

Definition: Refers to a calm and serene atmosphere or climate.

Example Sentence: The day was clear, perfect for a walk.

La journée était limpide, idéale pour une promenade.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'limpidus', meaning clear, transparent.

Common Phrase: a limpid gaze

Meaning: A clear and unambiguous look.

un regard limpide

Common Phrase: clear thoughts

Meaning: Clear thoughts, easy to understand.

des pensées limpides

Common Phrase: a limpid language

Meaning: A simple and clear language.

un langage limpide

Related Word: limpidness

Description: Characteristic of being limpid.

limpidité

Related Word: limpidness

Description: Quality of being limpid.

limpideur

Related Word: illuminate

Description: To make clear, to illuminate.

ilumine

Slang Meaning: Clear and unambiguous sense in a situation.

Example: What he said was limpid, no room for doubt.

Ce qu'il a dit était limpide, pas de place pour le doute.

Slang Meaning: Connotation of purity in informal contexts.

Example: I prefer limpid ideas, without embellishments.

Je préfère les idées limpides, sans fioritures.