clear

adjective
UK: /klɪər/
US: /klɪr/

  1. Easy to understand or see.

    1. The instructions were very clear to follow along. [ ] [ ]
    2. It was clear from his expression that he was very unhappy about it. [ ] [ ]

  2. Free from anything that blocks vision or passage.

    1. The road ahead is clear now to drive safely and faster. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please keep the area clear of obstructions to avoid any accidents or injuries. [ ] [ ]

  3. Certain or without any doubt.

    1. It is clear that they won't come, so we can leave now. [ ] [ ]
    2. It's becoming increasingly clear that we need to re-evaluate our strategy after failing again. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

plain remove evident bright obvious clarify distinct
clear verb

  1. To remove things that are blocking something.

    1. Please clear your desk, I need to see if it's broken. [ ] [ ]
    2. They worked together to clear the snow from the driveway this morning. [ ] [ ]

  2. To prove that someone is not guilty of something.

    1. The investigation cleared her of all the accusations of theft. [ ] [ ]
    2. He was finally cleared after a long and difficult legal battle about his company. [ ] [ ]

  3. To get permission or approval for something.

    1. I need to clear my plans with my boss before I leave. [ ] [ ]
    2. The pilot had to get clear instructions from air traffic control before landing. [ ] [ ]
clear adverb

  1. In a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand.

    1. Speak clear so everyone can understand you better. [ ] [ ]
    2. The speaker articulated his points very clear during the presentation. [ ] [ ]
clear noun

  1. A space that is free from trees or buildings.

    1. They found a clear in the forest to build a camp. [ ] [ ]
    2. The hikers emerged into a clear, offering a stunning view of the mountains. [ ] [ ]
clear phrasal-verb

  1. To remove doubt or confusion.

    1. I need to clear up some issues before moving on now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Let's clear up any misunderstandings before we proceed with our partnership. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "clear" in English means: Easy to understand or see., Free from anything that blocks vision or passage., Certain or without any doubt..

The phonetic transcription of "clear" is /klɪər/ in British English and /klɪr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "clear": plain, remove, evident, bright, obvious, clarify, distinct.

Example usage of "clear": "The instructions were very clear to follow along.". More examples on the page.