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articulate

1 of 2verb
/ɑr.ˈtɪk.jə.ˌleɪt/
Forms:articulates,articulating,articulated,articulated
1

to pronounce or utter something in a clear and precise way

transitive
  • It's important for public speakers to articulate their words effectively to engage the audience.
  • The news anchor was trained to articulate news reports with accuracy and precision.
  • It is important for a teacher to articulate instructions clearly to ensure students understand the lesson.
  • She practiced every day to articulate her speech more clearly before the big presentation.
  • The actor had to articulate each line of the script perfectly to convey the character's emotions.
Synonyms:
mouthenounceuttersaysound outpronounceenunciate
2

to clearly and verbally express what one thinks or feels

C1transitive
  • It's important to articulate your concerns during the meeting so everyone understands.
  • The politician was able to articulate her policies in a way that resonated with voters.
  • The therapist encouraged her patients to articulate their anxieties and fears in order to confront them.
  • As a poet, she could articulate the deepest emotions with just a few carefully chosen words.
Synonyms:
phrasespeakvocalisevoiceuttersaygive voiceformulateverbalizewordexpress[give] tongue to {sth}vocalize
3

to become united or connected by or as if by a joint

  • The segments of the robotic arm articulated seamlessly, allowing for smooth and precise movements.
  • The sections of the folding chair articulated effortlessly, allowing it to collapse into a compact form for storage.
  • As the gears turned, the various components of the clock began to articulate.
  • The building's architectural elements articulated together, creating a cohesive and visually appealing design.
Synonyms:
joint
4

to join or connect parts together like a joint

transitive
  • The engineer articulated the segments of the robotic arm to enable smooth movement.
  • The bicycle mechanic articulated the various components of the frame to ensure proper alignment.
  • The sculptor articulated the sections of the sculpture to create a seamless and fluid form.
  • The craftsman articulated the sections of the jewelry clasp to ensure a secure closure.
  • The manufacturer articulated the parts of the machinery to facilitate assembly and operation.