transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈper-ən(t)-sē 
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: something transparent
especially
: a picture (as on film) viewed by light shining through it or by projection
Examples of transparency in a Sentence
the transparency of a piece of glass
the transparency of their motives
He says that there needs to be more transparency in the way the government operates.
The professor used transparencies and an overhead projector during her lectures.
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Lakewood police were heavily criticized for their handling of the investigation into Gratton’s death, including for using her deadname and for an overall lack of transparency about the investigation.
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The Denver Post, Denver Post, 12 Mar. 2026
The policy committee considered several factors when making its recommendation, including ensuring compliance with legal requirements, maintaining transparency, preserving the clarity and accuracy of official record and using staff resources efficiently.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Kris Brown, president of the gun violence prevention group Brady United, said the lack of transparency could lead to violent offenders getting their guns back.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Her priorities include ensuring voter approval for use of public land, traffic congestion, infrastructure, transparency and fiscal responsibility, according to her campaign.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
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The Denver Post, Denver Post, 12 Mar. 2026
The policy committee considered several factors when making its recommendation, including ensuring compliance with legal requirements, maintaining transparency, preserving the clarity and accuracy of official record and using staff resources efficiently.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Kris Brown, president of the gun violence prevention group Brady United, said the lack of transparency could lead to violent offenders getting their guns back.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Her priorities include ensuring voter approval for use of public land, traffic congestion, infrastructure, transparency and fiscal responsibility, according to her campaign.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for transparency
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transparency. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
-ˈper-
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: a picture or design on glass, thin cloth, paper, or film viewed by shining light through it or by projection
Medical Definition
transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
plural transparencies
: the quality or state of being transparent
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