clearer

word · lemma: clear

/ˈkɫɪɹɝ/
KLEER-ur
/klˈiəɹɐ/
KLEE-uh-ruh

Definition

Used to describe something that is more easy to see, hear, or understand than before; the comparative form of 'clear.'

Usage & Nuances

'Clearer' is only used to compare two or more things. Common collocations: 'make it clearer,' 'get a clearer picture,' 'clearer explanation.' Not used for water or skies being 'clear' in terms of cloudlessness alone.

Example Sentences

The picture is clearer on this TV.

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Let me know if you need a clearer answer.

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The instructions are clearer now.

basic

It became clearer when she explained it again.

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After cleaning my glasses, everything looked clearer.

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It's clearer now why he was upset.

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