transparency

noun

trans·​par·​en·​cy tran(t)s-ˈper-ən(t)-sē How to pronounce transparency (audio)
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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Supporters say Comer has Kentucky's interests in mind On the other side, Comer's supporters say he's used his position to go after issues important to Kentucky voters while standing up for transparency and conservative values. Hannah Pinski, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025 The time for action is now: for transparency, for labor protections, and for a future where radiologists are seen not as validators, but as vital stewards of modern medicine. Sindhya Valloppillil, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 For transparency, Deadline used ChatGPT to consolidate and comb through the data, but our rankings have been fact-checked and provided to Netflix for comment. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 July 2025 Erica Muñoz stated her reason for joining the board was the need to rebuild trust through transparency and compassion. Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for transparency

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of transparency was in 1591

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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transparency. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

transparency

noun
trans·​par·​en·​cy tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē How to pronounce transparency (audio)
-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 How to pronounce transparency (audio)
plural transparencies
: the quality or state of being transparent

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