articulate

/ɑ:'tikjulit/
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articulate

The professor gave an articulate lecture on ancient history.

Definition

  1. 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.

  2. 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.)

articulate

The professor gave an articulate lecture on ancient history.

Adjective
  1. consisting of segments held together by joints
  2. expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language
    • articulate speech
    • an articulate orator
    • articulate beings
Verb
  1. express or state clearly
  2. unite by forming a joint or joints
    • the ankle bone articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle bones
  3. speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
    • She pronounces French words in a funny way
    • I cannot say `zip wire'
    • Can the child sound out this complicated word?
  4. put into words or an expression
    • He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees
  5. provide with a joint
    • the carpenter jointed two pieces of wood

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