澄
clear (water); clarify
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesadjective
(of water) clear; transparent
formalDescribes the clarity of water or transparent liquids.
The lake water is so clear that you can see the small fish swimming around.
The mountain stream after rain is exceptionally clear.
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The clear night sky is filled with twinkling stars.
Her clear eyes make people feel extremely at ease.
This glass is clear and transparent, with no flaws at all.
verb
to clarify; to make clear
formalCan be used literally for liquid clarification or figuratively for making ideas/thoughts clear.
You need to clarify this misunderstanding first to avoid people having wrong ideas.
This report clarified everyone's doubts about the policy.
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He stepped forward to clarify his position.
Please clarify what you meant by what you just said.
Through studying, he clarified his own career plan.