Pronunciation

/ˈklærəfaɪ/

Definitions

Noun

A clarification or act of making something clear or easier to understand. Example: “After the lecture, the professor provided some additional clarification on the topic.”

Verb

To make something clearer or more understandable; to remove confusion or obscurity. Example: “She asked the teacher to clarify the instructions for the project.”

Adjective

Clear and easy to understand. Example: “The instructions were written in a very clear and concise manner.”

Phrases

• “Clarify your point” means to express something more explicitly.
• “Request a clarification” is when someone asks for an explanation.
• “A clarification is needed” indicates that there’s confusion that needs to be addressed.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The scientist provided a clarification on the complex theory.”
• Verb: “After some discussion, we managed to clarify our misunderstandings.”
• Adjective: “Her presentation was well-organized, with each point clearly clarified.”

Synonyms

• Elucidate
• Explain
• Hone
• Unambiguously express
• Make explicit

Antonyms

• Obscure
• Confuse
• Vague
• Muddy
• Complicate