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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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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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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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
Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Mar. 2025
Trump’s speech was articulate, patriotic and effective.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Brent Gleeson, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
To be eligible for resettlement consideration individuals must be of South African nationality, be of Afrikaner ethnicity or a member of a racial minority in the country, and must be able to articulate a past experience of persecution or fear of future persecution.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 12 May 2025
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Adjective
If anyone wants to hear an articulate explanation of why Republicans support or oppose legislation, go listen to the Republican floor speeches.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Mar. 2025
Trump’s speech was articulate, patriotic and effective.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
In an age of conscious consumerism and rapid innovation, companies that articulate their purpose clearly and live it visibly are more likely to earn both market share and mindshare.
—Brent Gleeson, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
To be eligible for resettlement consideration individuals must be of South African nationality, be of Afrikaner ethnicity or a member of a racial minority in the country, and must be able to articulate a past experience of persecution or fear of future persecution.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
Adjective
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The actor enhances his character’s long inner monologues with his eloquent ice-blue eyes, which can convey emotions ranging from disdain and discomfiture to despair and devotion.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
12 May 2025
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The artist also wore an eloquent necklace by Repossi.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
7 May 2025
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On May 1, his AI replica spoke in court, addressing the man convicted of killing him.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Lions coach Dan Campbell empowered his assistant coaches to speak in front of the team, preparing Glenn to become the Jets coach.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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During arguments before the Supreme Court, several of the justices expressed concerns about the use of nationwide injunctions, but John Sauer, President Donald Trump’s solicitor general, faced pushback this week about whether limiting injunctions was appropriate in this case.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Keep telling the stories and keep expressing yourself.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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The witness allegedly overheard the friend say that Lanez didn’t shoot the three-time Grammy winner.—
Anna Chan,
Billboard,
20 May 2025
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The agency will preliminary report after 30 days, and that the entire investigation could take 12-24 months, said an NTSB representative at a May 19 press conference.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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While it's not confirmed, McCartney could lend his vocal talents as well.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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So there was still a great deal of research and vocal training that had to be done on my part.—
Nia Shumake,
Essence,
15 May 2025
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Because what better way to formulate out-of-this-world love stories than by literally going out of this world? Fortunately, the best streaming services are also home to some of the best sci-fi romances on offer, so there's a vast opportunity to watch and enjoy.—
Grace Dean,
Space.com,
15 May 2025
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Encourage employees to formulate strong passwords that are at least 12 characters long and include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols.—
Maxwell Alles,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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These words, uttered last month in court by defense attorney Arthur L. Aidala during Harvey Weinstein’s retrial in New York, should make any thinking person in, and outside, Hollywood scream out loud.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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To say the excitement is palpable would be an understatement — amid the Portuguese, Croatian and Japanese words that The Athletic hears when ambling around the pitch, the word ‘Cristiano’ has been uttered dozens and dozens of times.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, an outspoken critic of Biden and Democrats, expressed sympathy for the former President and his family after the diagnosis was revealed.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
19 May 2025
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His outspoken criticism of a student strike won him the support of California’s then governor, Ronald Reagan, and, in 1968, Hayakawa was appointed the college’s acting president.—
Graciela Mochkofsky,
New Yorker,
19 May 2025
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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