Make Clear

Pronunciation: /meɪk klɪr/

Definitions of make clear

verb to make something understandable or easy to perceive

Example Sentences

A1 I will use simple language to make clear instructions for the children.

A2 The teacher used pictures to make clear the concept of addition to the students.

B1 The manager needs to make clear the new company policy to all employees.

B2 The presentation slides were designed to make clear the key points of the project.

C1 The lawyer made clear the terms of the contract to the client before signing.

C2 The scientist's research findings make clear the impact of climate change on marine life.

Examples of make clear in a Sentence

formal It is important to make clear the terms and conditions of the contract before signing.

informal Let's make it clear that we need to leave by 5pm.

slang I'll make it crystal clear that I won't tolerate any more excuses.

figurative Her actions make clear that she is not to be trusted.

Grammatical Forms of make clear

• past tense: made clear
• plural: make clear
• comparative: clearer
• superlative: clearest
• present tense: make clear
• future tense: will make clear
• perfect tense: have made clear
• continuous tense: making clear
• singular: makes clear
• positive degree: clear
• infinitive: to make clear
• gerund: making clear
• participle: made clear

Origin and Evolution of make clear

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'make clear' originated from Old English, where 'make' meant to cause or bring about and 'clear' meant transparent or easy to perceive.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'make clear' has evolved to mean to explain or clarify something in a way that is easily understood by others.