Lurid (adj.) ghastly, sensational
Gideon’s story was judged too lurid to be printed in the school’s magazine.
The Talon SAT Word of the Week 02/17/26 – Lurid
February 17, 2026
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Original artwork by Alexandra Kissal ’27
Lurid (adj.) ghastly, sensational
Gideon’s story was judged too lurid to be printed in the school’s magazine.