Words For Clarity

adverb used to indicate that something is done in a clear or obvious manner

• The data clearly indicates a strong correlation between the two variables.
• You can clearly see the answer at the back of the book.
• She clearly has a crush on him, it's so obvious.
• His emotions were clearly written all over his face.

adjective mentally sound; rational

• The professor delivered a lucid explanation of the complex theory.
• She gave a really clear and easy-to-understand presentation.
• He broke it down in a way that was crystal clear.
• The dream felt so lucid, as if I were actually there.

noun No applicable noun for the word 'plainly'.

adjective Not decorated or elaborate; simple or basic in character.

adverb In a clear or obvious manner; clearly.

• The instructions were plainly written in the manual for all to understand.
• I can plainly see that you're not listening to me.
• She was just plainly not having it with his excuses.
• His emotions were plainly written on his face for all to see.

adjective not complicated or difficult to understand; simple and clear

adverb in a direct and honest manner; without hesitation or deviation

• The instructions for assembling the furniture were straightforward and easy to follow.
• Just follow the straightforward steps and you'll have it done in no time.
• It's a piece of cake, just do it the straightforward way.
• She appreciated his straightforward approach to solving problems, without any unnecessary complications.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'understandable' describes something that can be easily comprehended or grasped.

• The complexity of the situation makes it understandable why it is taking longer to resolve.
• I totally get why she's upset, it's totally understandable.
• I feel you, bro. It's totally understandable where you're coming from.
• Her emotions were a tangled web of confusion, but once unraveled, it became understandable.