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Definition of clarity

clarity

/ˈklær.ə.ti/
clar · i · ty

Adverb:clearly
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Plural:clarities
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Adjective:clear
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1

The quality of being coherent, intelligible, and easy to understand in thought, speech, or writing.

Example

"The professor was praised for the remarkable clarity of her lectures on quantum mechanics."


2

The state of having a clear, focused mind or an unambiguous perception of a situation.

Example

"In a sudden moment of clarity, he realized that he needed to change his career path."


3

The quality of being transparent, pure, or sharp to the eye or ear.

Example

"The mountain lake was famous for the crystal clarity of its water."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French clarte, from Latin claritas ('brightness, splendor, clearness'), derived from clarus ('clear, bright, distinct').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clarity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clarity
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