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
  • The switcheroo trend is one more lighthearted example of internet prank culture, with successful clips in the genre using comically obvious edits to highlight the misdirection and avoid any real danger of defamation.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
  • That connection seems obvious at the linebacker position, on the outside and inside with Carter, Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, Tremaine Edmunds and Arvell Reese, the fifth pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
    — Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of obvious
Adjective
  • Banks and financial market infrastructure (FMIs) are getting serious about blockchain again, something that is becoming increasingly apparent in light of major announcements from global banks and financial institutions.
    — Ravi Chamria, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Thompson is the backup to Quentin Johnston, who limped off the practice field with an apparent leg injury this week and didn’t dress for the preseason game.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of apparent
Adjective
  • The actress was said to be a friend of Cusk’s, or at least an acquaintance, and her double in the book, who’s just called M, is unmistakable.
    — Emma Alpern, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Little, who speaks with an unmistakable Texas twang, saw the border closure as a chance to reshore the US cattle industry and stop the bleed.
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of unmistakable
Adjective
  • That was particularly evident as the club looked to replace franchise shortstop Dansby Swanson, whose absence has forced an infield shuffle and several changes to the big-league roster.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • His separation and quickness were always evident, and despite being a bit undersized, his type of game can succeed at the NFL level.
    — Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of evident
Adjective
  • That may still be the case in the coming weeks, but the second episode of HBO’s Lanterns makes for a fairly solid (if simple and straightforward) follow-up with some wildly entertaining moments.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Without more straightforward approaches from vendors, such as easily comprehensible privacy policies and avoiding inappropriate ads, monitors are dangerously encroaching into smart-TV-like territory.
    — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • Leo July 23 – August 22 Workflow interrupts need clear boundaries.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Schools across the county were closed Monday because of the evacuations and to keep roads clear for emergency crews.
    — Haven Daly, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of clear
Adjective
  • Lee said her ultimate vision is to use BodyCodes to filter search results for the user, so she will only be served jeans from brands that fit her distinct shape.
    — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Tel-Rea, the Jedi character, is almost entirely melee-focused, but comes with her own entirely distinct skills and combat abilities, essentially requiring you to build your party around her.
    — Hayes Madsen, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinct
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“Luculent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luculent. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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