Definitions

clear as a bell

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ADJECTIVE

obvious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessible clear conspicuous discernible distinct evident glaring indisputable noticeable overt palpable pronounced recognizable self-evident straightforward undeniable unmistakable visible

WEAK

barefaced bright conclusive distinguishable explicit exposed in evidence lucid manifest observable open patent perceivable perceptible plain precise prominent public self-explanatory standing out transparent unconcealed undisguised unsubtle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous concealed dark disputable doubtful dubious dull fuzzy hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

ADJECTIVE

open and shut/open-and-shut

Synonyms

WEAK

apparent assured cinched clear clear-cut conclusive cut and dried distinguishable easy evident explicit glaring guaranteed iced in the bag indisputable nailed down obvious ordinary plain routine self-evident self-explanatory sewn-up simple straightforward undeniable undisguised unmistakable

Example Sentences

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clear as a bell

The purpose, as clear as a bell, was to destroy him, his leadership and the movement.

From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2025

There was Phillips name, clear as a bell.

From Washington Post ● May 1, 2023

“The lawyers looked at it and it was just as clear as a bell that’s grounds for severing these contracts.”

From Seattle Times ● May 14, 2021

She said, clear as a bell, “He died.”

From New York Times ● Jan. 1, 2021

One minute she was clear as a bell and the next she was calling him Simon.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins

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