# clearest

/ˈkɫɪɹɪst/ (US) · /klˈiəɹəst/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/clearest
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

the most easy to see, hear, or understand. You use this when comparing three or more things to say which one is the most obvious or simple.

For teachers: superlative form of 'clear'; most transparent, distinct, or easily understood. Typically used to compare three or more entities in terms of lucidity or visibility.

## Examples

- This is the clearest photo I have of the mountains.
- After reviewing all the evidence, the detective found that the clearest explanation was also the simplest one.
- The clearest signal of economic recovery appeared in the quarterly reports, which showed a significant and sustained increase in consumer spending across all major sectors.

## Pitfalls

- Not "the most clearest" but "the clearest" — Double superlatives are incorrect; 'clearest' already contains the superlative meaning, so 'most' is redundant.

## Usage notes

- Superlative adjective — usually preceded by the definite article 'the'.

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