Definition

In a way that is clear and easy to understand.

Example

The teacher explained the concept perspicuously, making it simple for all the students to grasp.

Conversation

I really struggled to understand that lecture yesterday.

Yeah, some topics can be quite confusing.

I wish the professor had explained things more perspicuously.

Totally! Clear explanations make such a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Perspicuously → It is formed from "perspicuus" (from Latin, meaning clear or transparent) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "perspicuously" means in a clear or easily understood manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'clear' ('perspicuus') to remember that 'perspicuously' means expressing ideas in a clear way.

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