transparent
Translation
see-through, clear, obvious, lucid
Examples
The glass in the window is transparent.
The glass in the window is transparent.
The company's accounts should be transparent.
The company's accounts should be transparent.
Grammar Patterns
((transparent)) + noun describing something that is clear The company needs a transparent pricing policy.
to be ((transparent)) about sth. to be open and honest about something We need to be transparent about our methods.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clear, see-through, lucid; Antonyms: opaque, obscure
Etymology
From Latin 'trans-' (across) and 'parere' (to appear), literally meaning 'to appear across' or 'show through'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'trans-parent' you can see right through – they hide nothing, making their actions clear and obvious.