clarity
- 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.”
Synonyms - 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.”
SynonymsAntonymsopaquenessblurriness - 03 C1 Advanced
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.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
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.”
Antonyms
“There is still little clarity on what happens to the state case in that scenario.”
“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.”
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.