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How does the adjective transparent contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of transparent are clear, limpid, and translucent. While all these words mean "capable of being seen through," transparent implies being so clear that objects can be seen distinctly.

a transparent sheet of film

When is it sensible to use clear instead of transparent?

The words clear and transparent can be used in similar contexts, but clear implies absence of cloudiness, haziness, or muddiness.

clear water

When can limpid be used instead of transparent?

The words limpid and transparent are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, limpid suggests the soft clearness of pure water.

her eyes were limpid pools of blue

Where would translucent be a reasonable alternative to transparent?

The meanings of translucent and transparent largely overlap; however, translucent implies the passage of light but not a clear view of what lies beyond.

translucent frosted glass

Examples of transparent in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Parent involvement: Involving parents in all of our schools, open transparent communication, and welcoming parent engagement. Pioneer Press Elections Team, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2024 Photographers could cut ghost figures from transparent material and place them onto glass negatives or inside camera bodies. Andrea Kaston Tange, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2024 All ten nails were different, a mix of solid, creamy color block nails and transparent jelly colors. Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 22 Oct. 2024 Through blockchain and tokenization, companies can create more transparent, secure and immersive customer interactions, fostering loyalty and ownership. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for transparent 

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“Transparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparent. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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