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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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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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
Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Those making the most noise in this won’t care either way who says what, however much or little support is vocally articulate.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 9 July 2025
The New Economic Plan, articulated by national conservatives and to be implemented by U.S. political leadership, is designed to bring back manufacturing jobs that have been shipped overseas for the several decades just past.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 8 July 2025
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Adjective
The frenzied yet articulate tenor Gerhard Siegel, a veteran Herod, oozes unctuous entitlement.
—Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Those making the most noise in this won’t care either way who says what, however much or little support is vocally articulate.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
Doing so helps your kids see how a mature person can identify and articulate their emotions to de-escalate conflict, psychologist Caroline Fleck wrote for in April.
—Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 9 July 2025
The New Economic Plan, articulated by national conservatives and to be implemented by U.S. political leadership, is designed to bring back manufacturing jobs that have been shipped overseas for the several decades just past.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
Adjective
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Also: surely there are more eloquent ways to inform the reader that your story is set in May, 1846.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
11 July 2025
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Pairing the dress with Alexis Bittar jewelry led to an eloquent ensemble.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
4 July 2025
Verb
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Georgia coach Kirby Smart and Texas coach Steve Sarkisian spoke earlier that day in Atlanta’s College Football Hall of Fame about their recruiting philosophies in the age of player revenue sharing and schools allocating a big chunk of that $20.5 million to football.—
Marc Weiszer,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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And yet there is still beauty to witness; there are words to be spoken; there are people to be reminded.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 July 2025
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John McEnroe, never shy with an opinion, has expressed skepticism about pickleball — yet even his tennis academy on Randall’s Island in New York City has converted five existing tennis courts to 12 indoor pickleball courts.—
Stefan Boyland,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
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Though the director has publicly expressed his desire to retire the character — even revealing plans to kill her off in a 2018 interview on Bevy Smith’s SiriusXM show Bevelations — fan support has kept her alive.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The consistency of officiating has been a topic players and coaches have been discussing a lot this season, and Engelbert said the league is aware and will evaluate it.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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Ogwumike said during Thursday’s CBA media availability that the league did pose ideas regarding extending the season.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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Trump caused quite the stir ahead of his state visit, notably going head-to-head with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who was vocal in his disapproval of Trump’s impending arrival.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Since welcoming their children, both the rapper and the beauty mogul have been vocal about the positive impact parenthood has had on their lives.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The best type of detergent to use for white clothes is one that is specially formulated for this color.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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It’s formulated with a blend of seaberry oil, ginseng, prickly pear, and hyaluronic acid to keep my skin hydrated and from flaking.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Wearing a light-colored button-down shirt and dark pants, Morales only uttered a few words in response to questions from Murphy during the proceeding.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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The vast majority of my friends, both in and out of business, refuse to allow even a sentence uttered, maybe not even a word, that is positive about President Donald Trump.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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Maher is often outspoken about normalizing all body types.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Several of Sanchez's teammates, specifically Trea Turner, Nick Castellanos and JT Realmuto were very outspoken about the decision to add Misiorowski over Sanchez.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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