vividly
Americanadverb
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extremely brightly or intensely.
Black and white photos of local greats like Caetano Veloso and Gal Costa vie for space with vividly colored paintings of small-town Brazilian life.
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in a lively, animated, or dramatic way.
The book vividly brings to life the Tuscan countryside and the fascinating world of the Renaissance poets.
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in a particularly realistic way.
The fort, its demolition, and the fears of the townspeople are vividly described in the book.
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in a distinct or clearly perceptible way.
I vividly remember days spent roaring down two-lane blacktop roads with Davis at the wheel of his black Mustang.
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Etymology
Origin of vividly
Explanation
The best writers are able to describe things vividly, painting a clear and captivating picture in your mind with their words. If you vividly remember a vacation to the beach, you can picture the bright blue ocean, hear the sound of the waves, and feel the warmth of the sun on your skin. A storyteller who describes scenes vividly can make you feel like you're right there in the story. This word emphasizes the power of clear, lively, and detailed imagery, making experiences and memories come alive in your mind.
Example Sentences
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I don’t remember what he said, but I vividly recall how he made me feel: worthy of his attention, valued, listened to.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
“Mighty Mary,” which is currently playing in theaters before making its way to streaming, vividly renders the athleticism and teamwork required to compete in a dangerous sport.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Journalist Reitman connects lives of nine Americans over three decades, vividly showing how ideals can give way to fear.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
As a young adult Barbie collector, I vividly remember seeing the first Bob Mackie Barbie doll in a print ad of Barbie Bazaar magazine in 1990.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
He remembered vividly seeing me, a peaked, shivering child walking past his house one freezing morning, my inadequate overcoat fastened across my little chest with horse-blanket pins.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
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