How do you pronounce clarity?

The recorded pronunciation is /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/.

Where does clarity come from?

It is traced to Middle English.

clarity

/ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.90 in modern English

Syllables: clar-i-ty
IPA: /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/

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Meaning

noun

The state or measure of being clear, either in appearance, thought or style; lucidity.

Countable; Uncountable

noun

The ability to be easily understood.

Countable; Uncountable

noun

The ability to think clearly and rationally.

Countable; Uncountable

noun

The ability to be easily heard.

Countable; Uncountable

Example Sentences

"She dreamed with great clarity."
"The brilliant clarity of his argument could not be faulted."
"The clarity of the clean glass was superb."
"Lack of clarity on the part of the teacher will cause confusion among the students."
"The singer was praised for the amazing clarity in her voice."

Etymology

From Middle English claritee, from Old French clarté, from Latin clāritās, from clārus (“clear”); equivalent to clear + -ity.

Origin

Source language: Middle English

Word Breakdown

Root: *kelh₁-, claritee, clarté, clāritās
Suffix: clear

Regional Pronunciation

American English: /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/
British English: /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.ti/

Usage

Inflected Forms

clarities (plural)

Derived Forms

disclarity hyperclarity inclarity unclarity

Phrases

moment of clarity post-nut clarity

Synonyms

clearness translucency transparency obviousness uncloudedness lucidity lucidness pellucidity limpidity

Antonyms

opacity confusion

Rhymes With

popularity prosperity solidarity similarity disparity parity familiarity rarity sincerity singularity dexterity polarity

clarity

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