Clearly
/ˈklɪəli/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adverbIn a way that is easy to understand or see.
Extra definitions
adverbIn an understandable way.
adverbIn a clear manner.
adverbWithout a doubt; obviously.
Sentence Examples
She clearly explained it.
The evidence clearly supports him.
Please speak clearly.
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Word Origin & History
By surface analysis, clear + (adverbial) -ly.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
“While Gunners boss Arsene Wenger had warned his players against letting the pre-match festivities distract them from the task at hand, they clearly struggled for fluency early on.”
— 2011 December 10, David Ornstein, “Arsenal 1 - 0 Everton”, in BBC Sport, archived from the original on 25 Apr 2023:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She ____ explained it.