Definitions
- Referring to the quality of being understandable or comprehensible. - Describing the ability of a speaker or writer to communicate their ideas clearly and effectively. - Talking about the degree to which something can be perceived or grasped by the senses.
- Referring to the quality of being clear or easy to understand. - Describing the ability of a speaker or writer to express their ideas in a straightforward and concise manner. - Talking about the degree to which something is free from ambiguity or confusion.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the quality of being understandable or clear.
- 2Both words are used to describe communication, whether spoken or written.
- 3Both words are important for effective communication.
What is the difference?
- 1Formality: Intelligibleness is a more formal word than clarity.
- 2Usage: Intelligibleness is less commonly used than clarity.
- 3Connotation: Intelligibleness emphasizes the ability to be understood, while clarity emphasizes the quality of being clear and unambiguous.
- 4Scope: Intelligibleness can refer to the degree to which something can be perceived by the senses, while clarity typically refers to language or communication.
Remember this!
Intelligibleness and clarity are synonyms that both refer to the quality of being understandable or clear. However, intelligibleness is a more formal word that emphasizes the ability to be understood, while clarity is a more commonly used word that emphasizes the quality of being clear and unambiguous, especially in language or communication.
