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Limpidity: meaning, definitions and examples

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limpidity

 

[ lɪmˈpɪdəti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clarity, transparency

Limpidity refers to the quality of being clear and transparent. This term can describe both physical substances, such as water or air, as well as abstract concepts, like thoughts or emotions. When something is described as limpide, it suggests that it is easy to see through or understand. Limpidity is often associated with purity and freshness, evoking a sense of calm and peacefulness.

Synonyms

clarity, clearness, pure, transparency

Examples of usage

  • The limpidity of the mountain lake was breathtaking.
  • Her speech had a limpidity that captivated the audience.
  • The limpidity of the report made the complex information accessible.

Translations

Translations of the word "limpidity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 limpidez

🇮🇳 स्पष्टता

🇩🇪 Klarheit

🇮🇩 kejernihan

🇺🇦 прозорість

🇵🇱 przejrzystość

🇯🇵 透明性

🇫🇷 limpidité

🇪🇸 limpidez

🇹🇷 şeffaflık

🇰🇷 투명성

🇸🇦 وضوح

🇨🇿 průhlednost

🇸🇰 priehľadnosť

🇨🇳 清晰度

🇸🇮 jasnost

🇮🇸 gegnd

🇰🇿 айқындылық

🇬🇪 სირბილე

🇦🇿 şəffaflıq

🇲🇽 limpidez

Etymology

The word 'limpidity' originates from the Latin word 'limpidus,' which means 'clear' or 'transparent.' This is derived from 'līmen,' which means 'threshold' or 'boundary,' and relates to how one can see clearly through liquid or air. The transition to English occurred in the late Middle Ages, and the term gradually evolved to encompass both literal and figurative meanings. While initially employed to describe water quality, its usage expanded to cover various forms of clarity, be it in physical states or in thought processes. It reflects a concept that is highly valued in literature, art, and philosophy, where clarity and subtlety enhance comprehension and aesthetic experience.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,637, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.