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adjective

är-ˈti-kyə-lət How to pronounce articulate (audio)
Definition of articulatenext
as in eloquent
able to express oneself clearly and well the television crew covering the science fair were looking for photogenic and articulate students to explain their projects on the air

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articulate

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verb

är-ˈti-kyə-ˌlāt How to pronounce articulate (audio)
1
as in to speak
to utter clearly and distinctly uses a very measured tone and articulates every syllable when issuing scoldings

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2
as in to express
to convey in appropriate or telling terms an essay that masterfully articulates the case for a greater commitment to space exploration

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3
as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words I'm not articulating my thoughts very well

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Recent Examples of articulate
Adjective
The church elders welcomed the soft-spoken, articulate Latino whose maternal grandfather, Abraham Fernandez, was a Presbyterian minister. — Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2026 Luckily, Kristine says Lola was unusually articulate for her age. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
Verb
Caine articulated his stance to the graduates of the National Defense University last month. — Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 July 2026 In today's competitive landscape, life sciences leaders must articulate why top talent should choose their organization. — Gary Zammit, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for articulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
  1. eloquent
  2. speak
  3. express
  4. say
  5. vocal
  6. formulate
  7. utter
  8. outspoken
Adjective
  • What’s far more eloquent is the episode with the witch Circe (a terrific Samantha Morton), whose habit of tricking and transforming men into animals is rendered in evocatively physical, body-horror-esque imagery.
    — Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 July 2026
  • After all, the eloquent document’s principal author, Thomas Jefferson, owned 600 slaves.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of eloquent
Verb
  • So far, the efforts have not gone far enough to satisfy the player group, according to people briefed on the talks who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to speak freely about a sensitive matter.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Right before dinner, with his furry ears on, Luke asks to speak to the captain.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026
Definition of speak
Verb
  • Dee is one of hundreds of United fans who have had similar emails from United, and many are expressing unhappiness about them.
    — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Prosecutors say Rivas expressed jealousy over Burke’s relationships with other women, and the two argued about it over text on April 22, 2025.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 July 2026
Definition of express
Verb
  • Roecker said the phone and car returned to the same area on the night of May 8 and again on the afternoon of May 31.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026
  • Lovell said police would treat an allegation like any other crime.
    — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026
Definition of say
Adjective
  • The former clerk has also been a vocal defender of Kansas City’s new congressional district, which Republicans redrew last year.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • Today, Hadley is a vocal advocate for survivors of domestic violence.
    — Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of vocal
Verb
  • Florastor’s Digest + Skin Renew Probiotic is formulated to work from the inside out, providing digestive balance and botanicals to boost younger-looking skin.
    — McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026
  • It’s formulated to brighten, protect the skin barrier, and provide antioxidant support, preventing free radical damage.
    — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Definition of formulate
Verb
  • Her face probably would’ve turned bright red if the words Thighs Wide Shut were uttered in her presence.
    — Hayley Fleming, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
  • At the film’s end, Abbie Cornish as Fanny hears secondhand about Keats’s death and utters a cry that is almost too much to bear — a cry that feels too real.
    — Sarah Chihaya, Vulture, 16 July 2026
Definition of utter
Adjective
  • Jennifer Wedel, whose daughter graduated from Heritage Christian Academy, has been outspoken about her frustration and anger at Eric Crawford allowing his son to work around children.
    — Rachel Royster July 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
  • Among the most outspoken skeptics is Dave Caneer, a former Cal Poly swimmer and water polo player who competed in the 1970s.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of outspoken

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