clarity
clarity
Noun
This term describes a state of transparency, whether physical, intellectual, or emotional. It suggests a lack of distortion or confusion, evoking an image of a window that has been cleaned or a fog that has lifted to reveal a sharp landscape.
As an uncountable noun, it does not have a plural form and cannot be counted with numbers. To refer to specific instances of this quality, one must use partitive constructions such as a sense of clarity or a degree of clarity.
Meanings
Examples
The writer was praised for the clarity of her prose.
The diver was amazed by the clarity of the tropical water.
We finally achieved some clarity regarding the project goals.
Related Words
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