articulate
adjective C1
Plain meaning
able to express ideas clearly and effectively
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means able to express ideas clearly and effectively, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalHis response sounded articulate, so the conversation became difficult.
examThe passage presents a articulate assessment of the policy’s wider consequences.
Common collocations
a articulate responsearticulate behavioura articulate situation
Watch out
Do not use “very articulate” automatically; some advanced adjectives already carry a strong meaning or need a more natural intensifier.
Word family
articulation (noun)articulately (adverb)