English Reference
noun

clarity

n.
US /ˈkɫɛɹəti/ UK /klˈæɹɪti/ clar·i·ty UK spelling clarities

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    the quality of being easy to understand because the ideas are simple and well-organized.

    the quality of being coherent and easy to understand; lucidity in expression or thought.

    Simple

    The teacher explained the difficult math problem with great clarity.

    In context

    The legal document lacked the necessary clarity, leading to several conflicting interpretations by the opposing counsel.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    the quality of being easy to see through or see clearly.

    the physical property of being clear or transparent; the distinctness of a visual image.

    Simple

    The water in the mountain lake was famous for its amazing clarity.

    In context

    The high-definition screen offers exceptional clarity, allowing viewers to see even the smallest details of the landscape.

    transparencysharpnessdistinctness
    opaquenessblurriness
  3. 03 C1 Advanced Academic

    the ability to think clearly and make good decisions without being confused.

    the state of being clear-headed and rational, especially in a difficult or emotional situation.

    Simple

    After a short walk in the fresh air, she felt a sense of mental clarity.

    In context

    The CEO's strategic clarity during the crisis reassured the investors and prevented a sharp decline in the company's stock price.

  4. 04 B2 Upper Intermediate Music

    the quality of a sound being sharp and easy to hear.

    the quality of being easily audible and distinct in sound.

    Simple

    The clarity of the singer's voice was impressive even without a microphone.

    In context

    The acoustic design of the new concert hall ensures perfect clarity for every instrument in the orchestra.

There is still little clarity on what happens to the state case in that scenario.

BBC News· 13 Aug 2026

It is not only necessary to have a leader in place to lead the Group beyond Feb 2027, but also clarity on leadership is important for employees, investors, partners and other stakeholders," he said.

BBC News· 12 Aug 2026

From Middle English claritee, from Old French clarté, from Latin clāritās, from clārus (“clear”); equivalent to clear + -ity.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry
Origin Latin clāritās
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Frequent
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