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lurid definition

lu·rid (lo̵or′id)

adjective

  1. Rare deathly pale; wan
  2. glowing through a haze, as flames enveloped by smoke
    1. vivid in a harsh or shocking way; startling; sensational
    2. characterized by violent passion or crime a lurid tale

Etymology: L luridus, pale yellow, ghastly

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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I've heard this word used in a scandalous context: "Please spare us the lurid details of David's sexual trysts."

Posted by Pastor Bill 52 days ago.

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