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What is another word for Clear-Cut? – 121 Clear-Cut Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

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    Meaning of Clear-Cut

    The primary meaning of "Clear-Cut" is something that is easy to understand or see because it is very obvious or certain.

    Definitions

    • Having a clear and unambiguous meaning or nature
    • * Completely obvious or easy to understand
    • * Involving a clear and definite decision or distinction

    Etymology of Clear-Cut

    The term "Clear-Cut" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the phrase "clear cut," which was initially used in forestry to describe the act of cutting down all the trees in a given area, leaving it completely clear.
    Over time, the phrase took on a figurative meaning, describing something that is easy to understand or see because it is very obvious or certain.

    Example Uses

    • The evidence presented in court made it clear-cut that the defendant was guilty.
    • * The company's clear-cut policy on employee conduct left no room for misinterpretation.
    • * The difference between the two candidates' platforms was clear-cut, making it easy for voters to decide.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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    Related Nouns

    decision distinction difference clarity certainty obviousness transparency coherence lucidity explicitness straightforwardness unambiguity concision definition definiteness sureness certainty unquestionability irrefutability incontrovertibility plainness

    Related Verbs

    clarify define distinguish decide determine explain elucidate expound interpret illustrate demonstrate show prove establish confirm verify validate substantiate corroborate authenticate

    Related Adjectives

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