adj.
Pronunciation: ' vi-v ə d
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin vividus, from vivere to live ― more at QUICK
Date: 1634
1 of a color : very strong : very high in chroma
2 : having the appearance of vigorous life or freshness : LIVELY <a vivid sketch>
3 : producing a strong or clear impression on the senses : SHARP , INTENSE specifically : producing distinct mental images <a vivid description>
4 : acting clearly and vigorously <a vivid imagination>
synonyms see GRAPHIC
– viv · id · ly adverb
– viv · id · ness noun