clearly

adverb

clear·​ly ˈklir-lē 

1

: in a clear manner

speaking clearly

2

: it is clear

clearly, a new approach is needed

Synonyms of clearly

• certainly
• definitely
• surely
• sure
• probably
• really

Examples of clearly in a Sentence

You should try to speak more clearly.

The mountain was clearly visible in the distance.

The problem is very clearly getting worse.

“A new approach is needed.” “Clearly.”

“The current method isn't working.” “Clearly not.”

Recent Examples on the Web

San Antonio is clearly prioritizing size after already selecting Jayden Quaintance tonight. —Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 24 June 2026

Some of the Las Vegas-esque structures created out of nowhere clearly impress newbies more than Cannes Lions veterans. —Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026

Goldman, who has been repeatedly slammed by Lander on the issue, was clearly frustrated and upset, saying that the AIPAC attack could lead to more antisemitism. —Mark Prussin, CBS News, 23 June 2026

The company continues to communicate research and scientific developments clearly and frequently. —Brad Bourque, The Verge, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for clearly

• dearly
• merely
• nearly
• queerly
• yearly
• austerely
• severely
• sincerely
• cavalierly

Kids Definition

clearly

adverb

clear·​ly ˈkli(ə)r-lē 

1

: in a clear manner

was clearly visible

2

: without doubt or question

clearly something had to be done