clear-eyed

adjective

ˈklir-ˌīd 

: clear-sighted

a clear-eyed assessment

Synonyms of clear-eyed

• smart
• astute
• shrewd
• sharp

Examples of clear-eyed in a Sentence

shows a clear-eyed understanding of what it takes to be successful in business

Recent Examples on the Web

Lee was clear-eyed about the broader industry context surrounding this year’s nominations. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026

Especially a woman who is clear-eyed about all the ways policy fails women on this issue—and in a position to change that. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

Even with their fortunes brightening in Michigan, Republicans are clear-eyed about the headwinds this year. — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Paula, for all her reinvention, is clear-eyed about what her old career still buys her. — Alli Kushner, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for clear-eyed

• actinide
• aldehyde
• alkoxide
• alongside
• amplified
• arsenide
• beautified
• biocide
• bisulphide
• butoxide
• calcified
• ceramide