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lurid

adjective

/ˈljʊərɪd/

Meaning

shocking or sensational in a vivid way, often involving crime or violence

The newspaper published a lurid account of the crime.

shocking, sensational, gruesome, ghastly

restrained, subtle

lurid detail, lurid headline, lurid account, lurid color

showing no pity or compassion; cruel

beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale

clever or skillful, especially in a cunning way

Relating to wisdom or knowledge, often in a religious or philosophical sense.