(jiǎng) - Clear, distinct, evident — used to describe something

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jiǎng | 19 strokes | radical:

· jiǎng

Clear, distinct, evident — used to describe something that is obvious, apparent, or straightforward.

Clear, distinct, evident — used to describe something

Usage highlights

Clear and evidentStraightforward personalityClearly definedDistinct and obviousEvident truthClear boundary

Synonyms

  • bright, clear
  • evident, obvious
  • clear, distinct

Antonyms

  • blurred, unclear
  • mixed, confused
  • dark, obscure

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The evidence is clear and indisputable (顜然).
  • He has a straightforward personality (性格顜直).
  • The principles are clearly defined (顜明).

Collocations

  • Clear and evident(顜然)
  • Straightforward personality(顜直)
  • Clearly defined(顜明)
  • Distinct and obvious(顜著)
  • Evident truth(顜理)
  • Clear boundary(顜界)

Idioms

  • Clear and distinct(顜然可见)
  • Straightforward and honest(顜直不阿)
  • Evident and obvious(顜著分明)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A classical Chinese character rarely used in modern vernacular.
  • Often appears in classical texts and formal writings to denote clarity and distinction.
  • Considered a literary character with scholarly connotations.

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