Clearly
Adverb
UK
/ˈklɪə.li/
US
/ˈklɪr.li/
Definition
In an easy-to-see, easy-to-understand, or certain way.
Example
"Please speak clearly so everyone understands."
"The road signs were clearly visible even at night."
"They were clearly upset after hearing the disappointing news."
Explanation
The word clearly is an adverb, which means it describes how an action is done. It usually means “in a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand.” For example, if someone speaks clearly, their words are easy to understand. If stars are clearly visible, they are easy to see. It can also mean “without doubt” or “obviously”, such as “He clearly loves his work.” In daily life, we use it to show certainty or to stress that something is easy to notice. It can describe speaking, thinking, seeing, or even situations. Using “clearly” adds strength and certainty to communication.