clear; understand; intelligent
Meanings
4 senses · 12 examplesadjective
clear; easy to understand
neutralDescribes something that is not confusing, such as instructions, explanations, or situations.
This instruction manual is written very clearly.
He explained it very clearly.
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This principle is perfectly clear.
adjective
open; unambiguous; straightforward
neutralDescribes an attitude, statement, or action that is direct and leaves no room for doubt.
If you have an opinion, state it openly.
He made it plain that he disagreed.
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We need a clear answer.
adjective
sensible; intelligent; reasonable
commendatoryDescribes a person who is wise, perceptive, or quick to understand things.
He's a sensible person; you don't need to say much for him to understand.
Talking to an intelligent person is such a relief.
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You need to be a reasonable child.
verb
to understand; to realize; to know
neutralOften used to indicate grasping a fact, situation, or principle.
I understand what you mean.
He finally understood the subtlety of it.
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Do you understand this principle?