Synonyms for

Vivid

Verb / ˈvɪvʌd / / ˈvɪvɪd / Another word for vivid — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind

Synonyms & similar words

brilliant graphic intense bright lifelike pictorial bright colorful vibrant lively striking intense sharp dramatic graphic realistic distinct clear brilliant radiant glowing lucid pictorial picturesque expressive evocative

Synonyms by register

Formal

striking graphic lucid intense

Informal

bright clear strong powerful

Literary

effulgent resplendent luminescent

Antonyms

dull pale faint dim muted lackluster uninspired

Common collocations

  • vivid imagination
  • vivid colors
  • vivid memory
  • vivid dream
  • vivid description
  • vivid contrast
  • vivid display

Word family

noun vividness
adjective vivid
adverb vividly

Usage note

Often used to describe strong sensory experiences, particularly sight and memory. Can also describe something that is very clear and detailed.

Example sentences

  1. Her vivid imagination often takes her on wild adventures.
  2. The painting was so vivid, it looked like it was about to come to life.
  3. The vivid memories of her childhood came flooding back.
  4. The vivid descriptions in the book made it feel like I was there.
  5. The vivid colors of the flowers brightened up the room.

Quotes

  • The world is mud-luscious and puddle-wonderful. - E.E. Cummings
  • “The life so short, the craft so long to learn.” - Hippocrates
  • “The sky broke like an egg into full sunset and the water caught fire.” - Pamela Hansford Johnson

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