lucid

lucid
lu|cid [ˈlu:sıd] adj
[Date: 1500-1600; : Latin; Origin: lucidus]
1.) expressed in a way that is clear and easy to understand
You must write in a clear and lucid style.
2.) able to understand and think clearly, used especially about someone who is not always able to do this
In her more lucid moments the old lady would talk about her past.
>lucidly adv
He was lucidly aware of political realities.
>lucidity [lu:ˈsıdıti] n [U]

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