clearness

noun

clear·​ness
ˈklir-nəs
plural -es
Synonyms of clearnessnext
1
: the quality or state of being clear : freedom from confusion or obstruction : distinctness
2
: precise unambiguous transmission of meaning in writing or speaking : lucidity, clarity

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“Clearness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clearness. Accessed 13 Dec. 2025.

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