Learn a Word Daily — Limpid
Today’s word is "Limpid": Clear, transparent, or serenely calm.
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Word of the Day · February 7, 2026
Limpid
LIM-pid · adjective
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Definition
Clear and transparent; also used to describe something calm, serene, or easy to understand.
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Origin & Etymology
From Latin limpidus, meaning “clear” or “bright,” related to light and transparency.
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Nuance
Limpid isn’t just about visual clarity — it can also describe thoughts, prose, or emotions that feel refreshingly simple and calm.
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Usage
“The lake was so limpid that every stone on the bottom was visible.”
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Fun Fact
Writers love limpid because it praises clarity without sounding boring — it’s clarity with elegance.
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