clear

[klɪər]

clear Definition

• 1. easy to perceive, understand, or interpret
• 2. completely free from doubt or confusion
• 3. free from obstructions or unwanted objects

Using clear: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The instructions were clear and easy to follow.

• Example

  I have a clear understanding of the situation.

• Example

  The sky is clear today.

clear Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for clear

• transparent
• obvious
• evident
• apparent
• plain

Antonyms for clear

• ambiguous
• cloudy
• unclear

Idioms Using clear

• as clear as day

  very clear and obvious

  Example

  It was as clear as day that he was lying.

• crystal clear

  completely clear and easy to understand

  Example

  Her explanation was crystal clear.

• clear as mud

  very unclear or confusing

  Example

  His explanation was clear as mud.

Phrases with clear

• clear the air

  to remove doubts or misunderstandings in a situation

  Example

  We need to clear the air and talk about what happened.

• clear one's throat

  to cough or make a sound to clear mucus or phlegm from the throat

  Example

  He cleared his throat before beginning his speech.

• clear out

  to leave a place quickly

  Example

  The police told everyone to clear out of the building.

Origins of clear

from Old English 'cēar', meaning 'pure, transparent'

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Summary: clear in Brief

The term 'clear' [klɪər] refers to something that is easy to perceive, understand, or interpret. It can also mean completely free from doubt or confusion, or free from obstructions or unwanted objects. Examples include 'The instructions were clear and easy to follow.' and 'The sky is clear today.' Phrases like 'clear the air' and idioms like 'as clear as day' further illustrate the concept of clarity.