English Dictionary
Definition clear in British English
clear
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
obvious and impossible to doubt
His secretary could give no clear indication of when he was expected back.
It appears to be a clear case of discrimination.
They have always been the clear favourites to win the championship.
It was very clear that something was worrying him.
easy to understand
Clear instructions are provided.
He's made his intentions quite clear.
Anthony had made it abundantly clear that he did not want to see her.
Let's get something absolutely clear: you're not going to get any help from me this time.
easy to see
not confused
Jane had no clear idea where she would go.
I'm completely clear in my mind about what happened that day.
She had done her duty, and her conscience was clear.
I have a clear conscience. We didn't do anything wrong.
Make sure your hands are completely clear of the blades.
winning by a particular distance or number of points in a race or competition
That should leave us with a clear £300.
I made a clear £50 profit.
All the tests came back clear.

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