clarify
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈklærɪfaɪ/
KK: /ˈklærəˌfaɪ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To become easy to understand or free from confusion.
Example
The instructions will clarify how to complete the task.
Tense Forms
Past: clarified
Past Participle: clarified
Conversation
I didn’t understand the instructions very well.
Yeah, they were a bit confusing at first.
I hope they will clarify everything in the next meeting.
Me too! It would make things a lot easier for us.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
clear
resolve
explain
Antonyms
confuse
obscure
cloud
transitive verb
Definition
To make something easier to understand or to remove confusion about it.
Example
The teacher tried to clarify the instructions for the assignment.
Tense Forms
Past: clarified
Past Participle: clarified
Conversation
Can you help me clarify this project proposal?
Sure! What part do you find confusing?
I'm not sure if my goals are clear enough.
Root Explanation
Clarify → It is formed from "clarus" (meaning clear) and "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "clarify" means to make something clear or easier to understand.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'clear' ('clarus') — that's why clarify means to make something clear.
Visually Confused Words
scarify
carnify
sclerify
calorify
alacrify