Articulated: meaning, definitions and examples

Best suited when indicating that someone has expressed their thoughts or feelings clearly and effectively, often used in professional or formal contexts.

• She articulated her concerns about the project during the meeting

Used in general situations when someone has shown their feelings, thoughts, or opinions, through words, actions, or art.

• He expressed his gratitude with a heartfelt speech

Typically used in contexts involving planning, developing, or creating a detailed and structured idea, plan, or argument.

• The scientists formulated a new theory based on their research

Best for formal or official declarations or communications. It indicates that something has been said clearly and definitively.

• The company stated its policy on remote work in the new handbook

Best used to describe something that is clearly expressed or explained, or in mechanical contexts to describe something with joints allowing movement.

• She articulated her ideas clearly during the presentation
• The bus had an articulated section in the middle

Typically used to describe objects with physical joints or parts that are joined together, such as in anatomy or manufacturing.

• The robot arm was intricately jointed to allow for precise movements
• The snake had a jointed body structure enabling it to move flexibly

Used to describe something divided into distinct sections or parts, often in biological contexts or when discussing divided markets or groups.

• The insect had a segmented body
• The market was segmented into different consumer groups for targeted advertising

Used to describe things that are linked or related to each other, often in terms of relationships, networks, or systems.

• The internet has connected people from all over the world
• The two cities are connected by a highway