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
The vivid blue campaign signs with bold orange lettering were impossible to miss as Zohran Mamdani made his historic and improbable run for New York City mayor this summer.
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Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
The boots also have vivid contrast stitching that offsets the neutral shoe colors, adding a touch of personality to an otherwise versatile boot.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
The spirited music carries a vivid, dance-like spirit.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Whether or not Dudinha can score for the fourth straight game, this match will serve up a vivid contrast in style of play and approaches to roster-building.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
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Philip Marcelo, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
The boots also have vivid contrast stitching that offsets the neutral shoe colors, adding a touch of personality to an otherwise versatile boot.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
The spirited music carries a vivid, dance-like spirit.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Whether or not Dudinha can score for the fourth straight game, this match will serve up a vivid contrast in style of play and approaches to roster-building.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vivid
Adjective
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Nov. 2025
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Donohoo said the graphic detail of the books could negatively impact the development of children regardless of sexuality.—
Adrienne Davis,
jsonline.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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There must be sufficient descriptive information available to assist in the person's recovery.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The writing from both Lisa and Riley is so honest and descriptive you are teleported into their world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan features miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna, towering bluffs, an island lighthouse, coastal villages, picturesque farmsteads and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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One hotspot among luxury-seeking travelers is Telluride in the picturesque San Juan Mountains.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The work, led by Professor Zijian Li, confirms that the synergistic effect of K+ and C3N4 co-intercalation significantly reduces the electrostatic interaction between Zn2+ and the [VOn] layer, improves the specific capacity and cycling stability.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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Get specific prompts to optimize emails, memos and presentations for tone, context and audience.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Blomstadt has such a kind and expressive face, and the camera lingers on the different instruments in the orchestra, which is perfect for fuelling the imagination of a music-mad toddler.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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There’s no better way to fill the home with holiday cheer than through expressive decorating.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Vivid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vivid. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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