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KLAR-uh-tee/ˈklærəti/

Clarity is clearness of thought or wording: for greater clarity, with clarity. Clear is the adjective; clarification is making something clearer. Charity is kindness — easy mix. Opaque writing lacks clarity, not necessarily intelligence.

Meaning

The quality of being clear in expression or thought.

Examples

• “Rewrite the paragraph for greater clarity.”
• “The diagram added clarity the paragraph lacked.”
• “She spoke with unusual clarity about the risks.”

Good to know

clarity of expression / for clarity. Verb idea: clarify. Mix-up: charity.

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