Transparent
easytrans-PAIR-ent
adjective
Definition
Easy to perceive or detect; open and frank
Examples
“The government promised more transparent decision-making.”
“His motives were transparent to everyone.”
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GRE Tip
Transparent is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "clear" or "lucid" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "opaque".
Related GRE Words
explicit
Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
perspicuous
Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid
unambiguous
Not open to more than one interpretation; clear
lucid
Expressed clearly; easy to understand
unequivocal
Leaving no doubt; unambiguous
coherent
Logical and consistent; able to speak clearly and logically
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