ARTICULATE (Adj.)

Meaning- 1) A reference to the ability of a person to express ideas clearly or effectively in speech or writing.

                        2) something clearly expressed and easily understood.

Mnemonic trick- The word articulate contains word ‘arti’. ’arti’ sounds similar to artist. All artists are articulate. They clearly articulate ‘aarti’ for us. Therefore, articulate (adj.) gives reference to the ability of a person to express ideas clearly and articulate (verb) means to express (something, such as an idea) in words.

Synonym- ELOQUENT, FLUENT

Uses-

•          Alex did n’ t abandon Tessy when she needed him most.
•          But that does n’ t mean I have to abandon them.
•          It was mandatory for them to abandon their native language.
•          The smart thing would be to abandon weak allies.
•          When it is obvious that your goals can’ t be reached, don’t abandon your goals. Change your steps.

                                            ARTICULATE (Verb)

Meaning- 1) to express (something, such as an idea) in words.

                        2) to connect with a joint or something that is like a joint.

Synonym- ENUNCIATE

Uses-

•          He had some trouble articulating his thoughts.
•          The joints articulate, by uniting or connecting in order to allow movements of the hands, fingers, arms, toes, legs, etc.