as in eloquent
able to express oneself clearly and well
the television crew covering the science fair were looking for photogenic and articulate students to explain their projects on the air
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1
as in to speak
to utter clearly and distinctly
uses a very measured tone and articulates every syllable when issuing scoldings
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2
as in to express
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
an essay that masterfully articulates the case for a greater commitment to space exploration
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as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
I'm not articulating my thoughts very well
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Recent Examples of articulate
Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Mar. 2025
Trump’s speech was articulate, patriotic and effective.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Terry Gross, NPR, 20 May 2025
In a rapidly changing world, Wendy and her teams have worked diligently to articulate a vision and lay a foundation that adapts our news operations for the future.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
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Adjective
If anyone wants to hear an articulate explanation of why Republicans support or oppose legislation, go listen to the Republican floor speeches.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Mar. 2025
Trump’s speech was articulate, patriotic and effective.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
Biden spoke haltingly, and struggled to articulate why he should be reelected to the office.
—Terry Gross, NPR, 20 May 2025
In a rapidly changing world, Wendy and her teams have worked diligently to articulate a vision and lay a foundation that adapts our news operations for the future.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for articulate
Adjective
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Kevin Harlan and Ernie Johnson Jr. delivered eloquent, graceful sign-offs when TNT concluded 35 years of NBA coverage on Saturday night.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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Patti LuPone, fresh off the set of And Just Like That…, has caused an internet kerfuffle with her astute (and deliciously eloquent) jabs at costars, former lovers, theatergoers, and even Times Square pedestrians in her recent profile in The New Yorker.—
Raven Smith,
Vogue,
28 May 2025
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The governor then spoke with roughly two dozen of the protestors in a closed-door meeting in his office.—
Jessika Harkay,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
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The presenters spoke their mother tongue (Farsi and Hindi), which was detected and translated in real-time to English.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2025
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Burroughs has expressed concerns that potential Harvard students abroad have been unable to obtain new visas since last week.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of TIME editors.—
Time,
Time,
29 May 2025
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In its previous reading, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said the US economy added a surprisingly strong 177,000 jobs in April.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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Quinn said the outside interest has not impacted his Heat focus.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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Martin had been a vocal opponent of prosecuting people charged in the Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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Deion was very vocal about his son leading up to the draft.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Pros: Comes in three strengths; very moisturizing; no stinging Cons: None Sensitive skin types are particularly tricky to treat with retinol, but Medik8 formulated a super gentle version.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
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At the same time, the company is experimenting with generative AI models to map emerging ingredient preferences, track real-time sentiment shifts, and test new scent profiles before they’re even formulated.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Though a certain type of mixology devotee may avoid uttering the cocktail names out loud, like Mary Berry’s Soggy Bottom, drinks here are the result of intense thought and care.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 May 2025
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Those were the final words uttered by Emperor Uriel Septum—played by none other than Star Trek's Patrick Stewart—before an assassin leaped out of the shadows to cut him down.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 May 2025
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Councilmember Monica Rodriguez, an outspoken critic of the city’s homeless programs, also has been a longtime supporter of terminating the emergency.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
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For legendary director and outspoken Democratic donor Rob Reiner, choosing sides between Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump in their current war of words didn’t require much deliberation.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2025
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“Articulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/articulate. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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