articulate
/ɑ:'tikjulit/
Definition
Adjective:
- Consisting of distinct, connected parts: Refers to something that is made up of separate segments or sections joined together, often in a way that allows for movement or flexibility.
- Able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively: Describes a person or their manner of speaking that is fluent, coherent, and easy to understand.
Verb:
- To express an idea or feeling clearly in words: To put thoughts into coherent speech or writing.
- To pronounce words distinctly: To speak or enunciate clearly.
- To form a joint or connect by a joint: To fit together, as in bones or mechanical parts, allowing movement.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- The skeleton is an articulate structure. (The skeleton is made of distinct bones connected by joints.)
- She gave an articulate presentation on a complex topic. (She gave a clear and well-expressed presentation on a complex topic.)
Verb:
- He struggled to articulate his fears. (He found it difficult to express his fears clearly in words.)
- Please articulate your words so the audience can understand you. (Please pronounce your words clearly so the audience can understand you.)
- The bones articulate at the elbow. (The bones connect and form a joint at the elbow.)
Advanced Usage
- "Articulate a vision": To clearly express a plan or goal for the future.
- The CEO articulated a compelling vision for the company's next decade.
- "Articulate a position": To state a viewpoint or argument clearly and logically.
- The senator articulated her position on the new policy during the debate.
Variants and Related Words
- Articulately (adverb): In a clear and fluent manner.
- She spoke articulately about the need for change.
- Articulation (noun):
- The act of expressing something clearly.
- The articulation of his ideas was impressive.
- The physical formation of clear speech sounds.
- Good articulation is important for public speaking.
- A joint or connection between rigid parts.
- The articulation of the robot's arm allows for precise movement.
Synonyms
- Adjective (for clarity): Eloquent, fluent, coherent, silver-tongued.
- Verb (for expressing): Express, enunciate, vocalize, phrase, formulate.
- Verb (for connecting): Joint, hinge, connect, link.
Related Phrases
- "Articulate sounds": To produce clear, distinct speech sounds.
- Infants learn to articulate sounds before forming words.
- "Articulated vehicle": A vehicle with a pivoted joint, such as an articulated bus or lorry.
- The articulated lorry navigated the narrow street with difficulty.
Idioms
(Note: There are no common idioms that use the word "articulate" as their core component. Its use is typically literal or in the advanced phrases listed above.)
Adjective
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consisting of segments held together by joints
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expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language
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articulate speech
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an articulate orator
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articulate beings
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Verb
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express or state clearly
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unite by forming a joint or joints
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the ankle bone articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle bones
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speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
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She pronounces French words in a funny way
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I cannot say `zip wire'
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Can the child sound out this complicated word?
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put into words or an expression
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He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees
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provide with a joint
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the carpenter jointed two pieces of wood
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