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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

lurid

/ˈlʊərɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does lurid mean?

adjective

Having a vividly unpleasant or shocking quality; sensational or lurid in a way that is intended to attract attention.

Example

"The lurid details of the crime were splashed across the front page of the newspaper."

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