clear-sighted
|clear-sight-ed|
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/ˌklɪrˈsaɪtɪd/
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/ˌklɪəˈsaɪtɪd/
perceptive understanding
Etymology
'clear-sighted' originates from the combination of 'clear' and 'sighted', where 'clear' meant 'free from obstruction' and 'sighted' referred to 'having sight or vision'.
'clear-sighted' evolved from the Middle English word 'cleer-syghted', which combined 'cleer' (clear) and 'syghted' (sighted).
Initially, it meant 'having clear vision', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having clear understanding or perception'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a clear understanding or perception; able to see things clearly and accurately.
Her clear-sighted analysis of the situation helped the team make the right decision.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 12:36