luculent

adjective

ˈlü-kyə-lənt How to pronounce luculent (audio)
Definition of luculentnext
as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation the district attorney's brilliant, luculent summation sealed the case for the prosecution

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luculent
  1. obvious
  2. apparent
  3. unmistakable
  4. evident
  5. straightforward
  6. clear
  7. distinct
Adjective
  • From a distance, the color nearly blended with Anderson’s skin; the height became considerably more obvious in profile.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
  • In its rush to chase clicks, the league publicly showcased a wager that appeared to raise obvious questions under its own CBA.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of obvious
Adjective
  • Never has that been more apparent than on petal, the star’s eighth studio album and her first to release via her own imprint, BabyDoll Music, as a subsidiary of Republic.
    — Aimee Cliff, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026
  • Initially, authorities said there were no apparent indications of foul play and that Wells could have drowned, noting the area is known for its dangerous rip currents.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Definition of apparent
Adjective
  • In Kurzweil’s version, the singularity involves an unmistakable break in which machine intelligence overtakes humanity and technological progress becomes impossible to predict.
    — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 27 July 2026
  • Brabus has spent almost five decades applying its unmistakable design language to some of the world’s most powerful machines.
    — Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 26 July 2026
Definition of unmistakable
Adjective
  • Abdelkarim’s humility is as evident as his youth, which is reflected in a few traces of teenage acne on his cheeks and a shy smile typical of someone who isn’t used to being the focus of media attention.
    — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The 21-year-old is already the most successful Filipino tennis player in history, and her popularity among flag-waving fans has been evident all week.
    — Bailey Johnson, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of evident
Adjective
  • There is also a fair amount of misinformation circulating on social media and plenty of unanswered questions about the process as a whole — and many don’t have straightforward answers.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
  • Harmony Taylor, a partner at Law Firm Carolinas and the former chair of the North Carolina Community Association Institute Legislative Action Committee, said many HOA proposals appear straightforward when they’re first introduced.
    — Nora O'Neill July 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • But this would really be for your own peace of mind and in the interests of keeping clear lines of communication open.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 28 July 2026
  • That challenge becomes even clearer when lawmakers consider how dramatically HOAs vary across North Carolina.
    — Nora O'Neill July 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026
Definition of clear
Adjective
  • The result is an oyster with a distinct earthy brine and mild sweetness, less salty than its East Coast cousins, and with a plump, meaty bite.
    — Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
  • Food and drink The hotel runs four dining venues plus a poolside bar, all of which have distinct identities, styles, and vibes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Definition of distinct
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“Luculent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luculent. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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