clear

• Leicht zu verstehen, zu begreifen oder zu deuten; frei von Unklarheit oder Zweideutigkeit; auch: durchsichtig, nicht getrübt.

Easy to perceive, understand, or interpret; free from obscurity or ambiguity.

1. Easy to understandA2formal

   Something that is easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.

   Klar

   • The instructions were very clear.
   • She gave a clear explanation of the problem.
   • It is clear that he is not interested.

   Synonymecomprehensibleexplicitintelligiblelucidperspicuousplainstraightforwardunambiguousunderstandable

   Antonymeambiguousbewilderingconfusingincomprehensibleobscurepuzzlingunclearvague

2. Transparent or not cloudyA2formal

   Something that you can see through; not cloudy or opaque.

   Klar

   • The water in the lake was crystal clear.
   • We could see the fish through the clear glass.
   • The sky was clear and blue.

   Synonymecrystallinelimpidpellucidsee-throughtranslucenttransparent

   Antonymecloudymurkyopaqueturbid

3. Free from obstacles or unwanted thingsB1formal

   Not blocked or covered; free from anything that hinders.

   Frei von Hindernissen

   • The road was clear after the snow was removed.
   • Make sure the path is clear before you start running.
   • The table was clear of any clutter.

   Synonymefreeopenpassableunclutteredunimpededunobstructed

   Antonymeblockedcloggedclutteredcoveredcrowdedimpededjammedlitteredobstructedovergrown

4. Obvious or certainB1formal

   Something that is obvious or leaves no doubt.

   Offensichtlich oder eindeutig

   • It became clear that he was lying.
   • There is clear evidence of his involvement.
   • The winner was clear from the start.

   Synonymeapparentcertaindefinitedistinctevidentobviousplainsureunambiguousunmistakable

   Antonymeambiguousdoubtfulobscureuncertainunclearvague

• Adverb mit der Bedeutung „deutlich“ oder „ohne Hindernis“. Es wird oft in Wendungen verwendet, die ein Fernbleiben oder Meiden ausdrücken. Die Form ist identisch mit dem Adjektiv und hat in manchen Kontexten keine eigene Adverbendung.

An adverb meaning "in a clear manner" or "without obstruction." It is often used in phrases like "stand clear" or "steer clear." The form is identical to the adjective and does not take the -ly ending in certain contexts.

1. In a clear mannerA2formal

   In a way that is easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.

   Klar

   • She spoke clear and loud.
   • The instructions were written clear enough for everyone.
   • He could see clear across the valley.

   Synonymeclearlyexplicitlyintelligiblylucidlyplainlyunambiguouslyunderstandably

   Antonymeambiguouslyconfusinglyindistinctlyobscurelyunclearlyvaguely

2. Completely or entirelyB1informal

   Used to emphasize that something is done completely or without obstruction.

   Völlig, ganz

   • The bullet went clear through the wall.
   • He jumped clear over the fence.
   • She ran clear across the field.

   Synonymecleancompletelyentirelyfullyrighttotallyutterlywholly

• Substantiv, das einen Zustand der Freiheit von Hindernissen, Verwirrung oder Unklarheit bezeichnet; wird oft in spezifischen Kontexten wie Informatik oder Sport verwendet.

A noun referring to a state or condition of being free from obstruction, confusion, or ambiguity; often used in specific contexts like computing or sports.

unzählbar

1. Open spaceB2formal

   An area free from obstacles or obstructions.

   Offene Fläche

   • The plane flew into the clear after passing through the clouds.
   • They found a clear in the forest to set up camp.
   • The ship sailed into the clear after leaving the harbor.

   Synonymeclearinggapopeningspacevoid

2. State of being free from suspicionC1formal

   A condition of being free from blame, guilt, or suspicion.

   Unschuld

   • He was in the clear after the investigation proved his innocence.
   • The evidence put her in the clear regarding the theft.
   • Once the audit was complete, the company was in the clear.

   Synonymeblamelessnessguiltlessnessinnocence

   Antonymeblameguiltsuspiciontaint

• Hindernisse beseitigen, etwas verständlich machen oder von Unklarheit und Verstopfung befreien.

A verb meaning to remove obstacles, make something understandable, or free from confusion or obstruction.

1. Remove obstacles or unwanted itemsA2formal

   To remove objects, obstacles, or unwanted items from a place.

   Entfernen

   • Please clear the table after dinner.
   • They cleared the road after the accident.
   • He cleared his desk before leaving the office.

   Synonymeclean outemptyfreeridstripunblockunclog

   Antonymeblockclutterfillobstruct

2. Prove innocenceB2formal

   To officially prove that someone is not guilty of a crime.

   Entlasten

   • The court cleared him of all charges.
   • She was cleared of any wrongdoing.
   • New evidence cleared the suspect.

   Synonymeabsolveacquitexculpateexoneratevindicate

   Antonymeconvictincriminate

3. Give permissionB2formal

   To give official permission for something to happen.

   Genehmigen

   • The project was cleared by the management.
   • The plane was cleared for takeoff.
   • The editor cleared the article for publication.

   Synonymeallowapproveauthorizeendorsegreen lightokaypasspermitratifysanction

   Antonymebanblockdenyforbidprohibitveto

4. Become transparent or brightB1formal

   To become free of clouds, mist, or darkness.

   Aufklaren

   • The sky cleared after the storm.
   • The fog cleared by mid-morning.
   • His mind cleared after a good night's sleep.

   Synonymebreakbrightenclear upliftlighten

   Antonymeclouddarkenobscure

Phrasal-Variantenclear awayclear offclear outclear up