transparent
Translation
transparent, see-through, obvious, clear
Examples
The glass door is transparent.
The glass door is transparent.
His excuse was a transparent lie.
His excuse was a transparent lie.
The company aims for transparent communication.
The company aims for transparent communication.
Grammar Patterns
transparent ((noun)) to be see-through The water is transparent.
it is transparent that... it is obvious that... It is transparent that he is lying.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clear, see-through, obvious; Antonyms: opaque
Etymology
From Latin 'trans-' (across) and 'parere' (to appear). Literally 'appearing across'.
Memory Tips
Think of light 'appearing' 'across' ('trans-') a material, so you can see through it.