as in graphic
producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
vivid language that made the scene come alive in my mind
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Recent Examples of vivid
One vivid memory was attending a game with a friend.
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 1 June 2025
Experience the life-changing enchantment of Bhutan—complemented by the luxury of private travel—on a 10-day journey through the country, exploring from the mountainous splendor of Punakha to the vivid green expanse of the Phobjikha Valley.
—AFAR Media, 30 May 2025
Thankfully, that theory has yet to be tested, although a 1983 ABC television movie called The Day After painted a vivid and terrifying what-if nuclear Armageddon scenario.
—Jeremy Helligar, People.com, 30 May 2025
Some consumers are likely choosing their cars’ colors to emphasize timeliness, as more vivid hues tend to come and go more quickly out of fashion.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 1 June 2025
Experience the life-changing enchantment of Bhutan—complemented by the luxury of private travel—on a 10-day journey through the country, exploring from the mountainous splendor of Punakha to the vivid green expanse of the Phobjikha Valley.
—AFAR Media, 30 May 2025
Thankfully, that theory has yet to be tested, although a 1983 ABC television movie called The Day After painted a vivid and terrifying what-if nuclear Armageddon scenario.
—Jeremy Helligar, People.com, 30 May 2025
Some consumers are likely choosing their cars’ colors to emphasize timeliness, as more vivid hues tend to come and go more quickly out of fashion.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vivid
Adjective
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These studies were also really an investigation of color, thinking of the way graphic scores can work and trying to convey a mood or tone through color theory.—
Caitlin Woolsey,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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On the opening day of Combs’s trial, the jury was shown graphic video of him physically assaulting Ventura in a California hotel in 2016.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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The United States Patent and Trademark Office refuses trademarks that are primarily geographically descriptive, which is rather obvious.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Instead of an initial setup tutorial, Surfshark explains every feature in detail with descriptive labels for each element.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The couple ventured to the Maldives, Lake Orta in Italy, Tuscany and Monte Carlo, among other picturesque destinations.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Middleburg, Virginia, is a picturesque rural town about an hour outside of Washington, D.C.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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For celebrities this week, the latest in hair, makeup, and nails were exalted through specific colors, styles, and of course, the agreement on what’s in this season.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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As for most stateside enthusiasts, there’s one specific contest in the event’s 92 editions that stands above all others—the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, when the Blue Oval prevailed over the Prancing Horse with a podium sweep immortalized in Hollywood’s 2019 blockbuster Ford v Ferrari.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
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Each addition is a continuation of our vision; to create jewelry that feels personal, expressive and in constant dialogue with the person who wears it.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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On June 26, Mercury’s debut in Leo inspires us to be more expressive, confident and courageous in our exchanges.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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“Vivid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vivid. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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