Search Dictionary
Definition of clarification

clarification

/ˌklær.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
clar · i · fi · ca · tion
Plural:clarifications
•
Adjective:clarificatory
JUMP TO:

clarification Lexical Profile

clarification Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible, or an explanation that resolves ambiguity.

Example

"The professor provided a helpful clarification regarding the formatting requirements for the final research paper."

2

The process of removing suspended solids or impurities from a liquid, such as melted butter, wine, or wastewater, to make it clear and pure.

Example

"The clarification of the broth using whipped egg whites resulted in a crystal-clear consommé."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for clarification
Antonyms
View all antonyms for clarification

• Rhymes for clarification

• Nearby Words

clarencieux
claret
clarice
clarification
clarificatory
clarifier
clarify

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French clarification or Late Latin clarificatio, derived from the verb clarificare ('to make clear, glorify'), from clarus ('clear, bright') and facere ('to make').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clarification. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clarification
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.