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How does the adjective limpid contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of limpid are clear, translucent, and transparent. While all these words mean "capable of being seen through," limpid suggests the soft clearness of pure water.

her eyes were limpid pools of blue

When can clear be used instead of limpid?

The words clear and limpid can be used in similar contexts, but clear implies absence of cloudiness, haziness, or muddiness.

clear water

When would translucent be a good substitute for limpid?

While in some cases nearly identical to limpid, translucent implies the passage of light but not a clear view of what lies beyond.

translucent frosted glass

When might transparent be a better fit than limpid?

Although the words transparent and limpid have much in common, transparent implies being so clear that objects can be seen distinctly.

a transparent sheet of film

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of limpid The movie’s opulent sets and Giuseppe Rotunno’s limpid cinematography transmit a palpable yearning for the gilded palaces and gala balls of a bygone era. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2024 Entertaining, spectacular, with a limpid curatorial edge, the exhibition reads as an awe-inspiring homage to Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s artistry, and to their unabashed love for their country. Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2024 In a room adjacent to the main selling space sit displays and wall vitrines showcasing gala-appropriate jewels set with Colombian emeralds, unheated rubies and sapphires, and Type IIa diamonds (a gemological classification that denotes the finest, most limpid stones). Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2023 Lang’s compositions analyze fragments of the scriptural text in limpid vocal harmony. The New Yorker, 27 Oct. 2023 See all Example Sentences for limpid 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
  • The options on the test SUV are: the crystal metallic paint for $595, the trailer hitch and wiring harness for $615, the wheel locks for $75, the premium carpet set for $350, and the destination set for $625.
    Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 19 Jan. 2025
  • The crystal New Year’s Eve Ball, meanwhile, was introduced in 1999 to welcome the new millennium.
    Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Located on the state’s southeastern coast, just 30 minutes north of glitzy West Palm Beach, Jupiter enjoys a slower, more serene pace that’s perfect for lazy days of relaxing with a view of the water.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
  • The effect is often serene and soothing, even when busy, stuttering electronic beats occasionally enter the mix.
    Al Shipley, SPIN, 22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The conversation around money is undergoing a radical transformation, with many now demanding more transparent discussions about finances, recognizing that economic wellness is intrinsically linked to mental and physical health.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Jan. 2025
  • This combination of financial advantages and a transparent, investor-friendly system makes the UAE’s Golden Visa program particularly attractive.
    Arash Jalili, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Current conditions are more favorable, with calmer winds allowing the fire department’s helicopters to carry out water drops throughout the night, Kelliher said.
    Amanda Musa, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
  • The multicolored stone walls that encompass the wood-burning feature are carried over from the great room to the kitchen as well as other parts of the house, providing a calm cohesiveness.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Bicoastal makeup artist Amrita Mehta counts this liquid shadow among her favorites for its dependability.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 28 Jan. 2025
  • In the kitchen, the chefs are seen pouring liquid nitrogen, tying dumplings and setting food aflame.
    Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Being intentional about staying calm and composed projects confidence without saying a word.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The Brooklyn native became the new IBF super lightweight champion with a composed and masterful boxing performance to defeat Liam Paro (25-1) on Saturday night in Puerto Rico.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • What the possibly dirty text messages involving Hutchinson might say or who sent them isn’t clear.
    Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2025
  • It's packed with skin-loving ingredients like glycolic acid to gently exfoliate, willow bark extract to keep pores clear, and green tea seed oil to nourish and soothe.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • With a focus on soft, natural tones, sustainable materials and biophilic elements like plants and greenery, this trend transforms hospitality spaces into peaceful sanctuaries.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
  • There are countless definitions of democracy, but virtually all Americans agree on several core criteria: free and fair elections, checks and balances, peaceful transfers of power, free speech.
    Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 21 Jan. 2025

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“Limpid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limpid. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.

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