clarity — the quality of being clear, transparent, or easily understood
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being clear, transparent, or easily understood
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈklærəti/
Example Sentences
- After drinking three cups of coffee, John finally achieved the clarity needed to understand why his cat ignores him.
- The new glasses gave her visual clarity she hadn't experienced in years.
- His explanation had the clarity of mud mixed with chocolate syrup.
clarity
NOUN[/ˈklærəti/]
the quality of being clear, transparent, or easily understood
The mountain appeared with perfect clarity after the fog disappeared.
Her presentation was praised for its clarity and simple organization. (💡 Clear + 🧠 Understand → Clarity)
With clarity of purpose, the charity brought prosperity to the village.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Clarity derives from Latin clarus, meaning 'bright' or 'clear'. The term originally described physical transparency, such as clear water or transparent glass, and later extended metaphorically to intellectual or conceptual lucidity in Roman thought.
Breakdown
clarus (bright, clear) + -ity (suffix denoting state or quality).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After drinking three cups of coffee, John finally achieved the clarity needed to understand why his cat ignores him.”
“The new glasses gave her visual clarity she hadn't experienced in years.”
“His explanation had the clarity of mud mixed with chocolate syrup.”
“The contract needs more clarity regarding payment terms.”
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