Perspicuity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpəːspɪˈkjuːɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perspicuity is a noun meaning Clarity, lucidity, especially in expression; the state or characteristic of being perspicuous.
Meaning
Clarity, lucidity, especially in expression; the state or characteristic of being perspicuous.
More Meanings
- Perspicacity; insight.
- (rare) Transparency; translucence.
Example Sentences
Thompson, a high school dropout, said with rare perspicuity that he doubted the FBI would hire him.
It must have been on some such day of harsh sunlight, the incisive February brightness that gives perspicuity without warmth.
[…]whether through the first officer's want of perspicuity or my own stupidity, I was not a bit the wiser for the explanation.
“Well,” I answered, at first with uncertainty, then with inspiration, “he would do splendidly to lead your cotillon, if you think of having one.” ¶ “So you do not dance, Mr. Crocker?” ¶ I was somewhat set back by her perspicuity.
Word Forms
- perspicuities
- perspicuite
- perspicuitie
- perspicuitye
- perspicuyte
- perspycuitie
Synonyms for perspicuity
Depending on context, synonyms include perspicuousness, plainness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include plainness, perspicaciousness, pellucidity, perspicacity, clearness, claritude.
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