Another Word for Clear: 24 Synonyms with Examples
“Clear” can mean easy to understand, see-through, obvious or free of obstacles. A precise word tells the reader which.
As an adjective: easy to understand
- understandable
- lucid
- plain
- coherent
- explicit
- straightforward
- comprehensible
As an adjective: obvious; beyond doubt
- obvious
- evident
- apparent
- plain
- unmistakable
- definite
- undeniable
As an adjective: transparent or bright
- transparent
- see-through
- bright
- cloudless
- pure
- clean
As an adjective: free of obstacles
- open
- empty
- unobstructed
- free
- vacant
Need a different word?Look up any word in the synonym finder →
How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- lucid
- Formal; clearly expressed, especially in writing or thought.
- explicit
- Stated directly, leaving nothing implied.
- evident
- Clear from the evidence; formal.
- transparent
- Literally see-through; figuratively open and honest.
- unobstructed
- Nothing in the way: an unobstructed view.
Example sentences
- lucid: Her lucid explanation made the topic easy to follow.
- explicit: The contract is explicit about cancellation fees.
- evident: It was evident that nobody had prepared.
- transparent: The bottle is made of transparent glass.
- unobstructed: The balcony has an unobstructed view of the bay.
Opposite of clear
- unclear
- vague
- confusing
- cloudy
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “clear”. Check the meaning before you use one.
verb: brighten, authorise, pass
adverb: clearly
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “clear”?
The most useful alternatives are “understandable”, “lucid”, “plain”, “coherent”, “explicit”. For the main sense (easy to understand), “understandable” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “lucid” and “explicit”?
lucid: Formal; clearly expressed, especially in writing or thought. explicit: Stated directly, leaving nothing implied.
What is the opposite of “clear”?
Common antonyms are “unclear”, “vague”, “confusing”, “cloudy”.