Perspicuously: meaning, definitions and examples

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perspicuously

 

[ pəˈspɪkjuəsli ]

Context #1

in a clear and easily understood manner

Perspicuously means in a clear and easily understood manner. It is used to describe something that is presented in a way that is easily comprehensible and straightforward.

Synonyms

clearly, explicitly, intelligibly

Examples of usage

  • She explained the complex concept perspicuously.
  • The instructions were written perspicuously, making it easy to follow.
Context #2

in a way that shows keen insight or understanding

Perspicuously can also mean in a way that shows keen insight or understanding. It is used to describe someone who has a clear understanding of a situation or concept.

Synonyms

astutely, clearly, insightfully

Examples of usage

  • She analyzed the situation perspicuously and came to a logical conclusion.
  • His perspicuously written report impressed the committee.

Translations

Translations of the word "perspicuously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 claramente

🇮🇳 स्पष्ट रूप से

🇩🇪 deutlich

🇮🇩 dengan jelas

🇺🇦 чітко

🇵🇱 jasno

🇯🇵 明瞭に (meiryō ni)

🇫🇷 clairement

🇪🇸 claramente

🇹🇷 açıkça

🇰🇷 명확하게 (myeonghwakage)

🇸🇦 بوضوح

🇨🇿 jasně

🇸🇰 jasne

🇨🇳 清楚地 (qīngchǔ de)

🇸🇮 jasno

🇮🇸 skýrlega

🇰🇿 айқын

🇬🇪 ცხადად

🇦🇿 aydın şəkildə

🇲🇽 claramente

Word origin

The word perspicuously is derived from the Latin word 'perspicuus', meaning 'transparent' or 'clear'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe something that is clearly and easily understood. Over time, it has come to also signify a keen insight or understanding of a subject.