cleared
Translation
cleared, unobstructed, exonerated
Examples
The path is cleared of snow.
The path is cleared of snow.
He was cleared of all charges.
He was cleared of all charges.
The payment has been cleared.
The payment has been cleared.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) cleared of ((sth.)) to be found not guilty of (sth.) He was cleared of the crime.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clean, open, unobstructed, exonerated; Antonyms: blocked, obstructed, guilty
Etymology
From the verb 'to clear', meaning to make free from obstruction or doubt. The '-ed' suffix indicates a past participle used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'clear' sky. 'Cleared' is the state after the clouds have gone, leaving it unobstructed.