clear
clear Lexical Profile
clear Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Easy to perceive, understand, or interpret; leaving no doubt.
"The professor gave clear instructions on how to format the research paper."
Free of clouds, mist, or rain.
"The astronomy club waited for a clear night to observe the meteor shower."
Transparent and unclouded, allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen.
"We could see colorful pebbles at the bottom of the clear mountain stream."
Free of any obstructions, obstacles, or unwanted objects.
"Once the snowplow passed, the highway was clear for morning commuters."
Free from guilt, trouble, or financial obligation.
"She slept soundly with a clear conscience after telling the truth."
• verb
To remove obstructions, unwanted items, or clutter from a space or surface.
"The volunteers helped clear the fallen branches from the hiking trail."
To become bright and free from clouds, fog, or rain (of the sky or weather).
"Once the morning mist began to clear, we had a panoramic view of the valley."
To officially declare someone free from blame or suspicion, or to authorize something for official use or action.
"New DNA evidence helped clear the defendant of all charges."
To pass over or by something with space to spare and without touching it.
"The high jumper managed to clear the bar on her final attempt."
To earn or gain as a net profit or income after deducting all expenses and taxes.
"After paying for booth rental and materials, the artisan managed to clear five hundred dollars at the craft fair."
• adverb
Completely or all the way; out of contact or away from something.
"Visitors are advised to stand clear of the closing train doors."
In a distinct, audible, or easily perceptible manner.
"The radio operator heard the distress signal loud and clear."
• noun
An open space or a state of being free from suspicion, difficulty, or danger (used chiefly in the phrase 'in the clear').
"After the audit confirmed all the financial records were accurate, the company was finally in the clear."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed into Middle English from Anglo-French 'cler' and Old French 'cler', ultimately derived from the Latin 'clarus', meaning 'bright', 'shining', or 'distinct in sound'.