lucency

noun

ˈlü-sᵊn(t)-sē How to pronounce lucency (audio)
Definition of lucencynext
as in transparency
the state or quality of being easily seen through the lucency of the membrane

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  1. transparency
  2. clarity
  3. brightness
  4. brilliance
  5. translucency
Noun
  • Regulatory scrutiny on the sector continues to evolve, and while Qollateral emphasizes transparency and insurance, clients must still perform due diligence on terms and long-term costs.
    — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • For full transparency, Ancient Greece has been inspiring fashion for decades.
    — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
Definition of transparency
Noun
  • The questions and answers below have been edited for brevity and clarity.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • The value here comes from role clarity, not just access to AI.
    — Vitalii Dodonov, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of clarity
Noun
  • Slim loafers contrast your outfit’s baggy proportions, and white socks provide just the right pop of brightness.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 20 July 2026
  • The glasses feature dual micro OLED displays that combine to bring a merged 1920 x 1080 display in front of your eyes, with 1,200 nits of peak brightness and a 120-Hz refresh rate.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
Definition of brightness
Noun
  • But the combination of individual brilliance and collective endeavour is potent and has a multiplier effect.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • The Hole Truth And Nothing Butt, telling the story of these Texan wildmen and their real-life moments of brilliance and hilarity, with revelations of profound sadness.
    — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 20 July 2026
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • Howe’s first excursion into the Champions League stretched the squad to translucency, while executive churn, financial restrictions and then a summer of carnage in the transfer market have been challenges to overcome.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
  • The studio’s bio-plastics are built from biopolymers such as agar and gelatin, with varying components used to control flexibility and translucency.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
Definition of translucency
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“Lucency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lucency. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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