Lurid

September 2, 2026 Sonu 1 min read

Lurid

Adjective
भड़कीला, अत्यंत चमकीला, या उत्तेजक
Definition

Very vivid in color, especially to create an unpleasantly harsh or unnatural effect; sensational.

Contextual Sentence: "The media often resorts to lurid headlines to sensationalize political scandals."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'lure' (to attract) + 'id' (excessive) to remember sensationalism.
Synonyms
garish sensational shocking
Antonyms
subdued muted austere