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FACILE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
Example:
silver speech
Synonyms:
eloquent; facile; fluent; silver; silver-tongued; smooth-spoken
Classified under:
Similar:
articulate (expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language)
Derivation:
facility (a natural effortlessness)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Performing adroitly and without effort
Example:
a facile hand
Classified under:
Similar:
effortless (requiring or apparently requiring no effort)
Derivation:
facility (skillful performance or ability without difficulty)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Superficially impressive, but lacking depth and attention to the true complexities of a subject
Example:
a slick advertising campaign
Synonyms:
Classified under:
Adjectives
Similar:
superficial (concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually)
