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Synonyms

clear-sighted

American  
[kleer-sahy-tid] / ˈklɪərˈsaɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. having clear or sharp eyesight.

  2. having or marked by keen perception or sound judgment.

    a clear-sighted, analytical approach.


clear-sighted British  

adjective

  1. involving accurate perception or judgment

    a clear-sighted compromise

  2. having clear vision

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of clear-sighted

First recorded in 1580–90

Example Sentences

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She is clear-sighted about the scale of the competition as Bangladesh open their campaign against nine-time Asian champions China on Tuesday.

From Barron's Mar. 2, 2026

"He was hugely thoughtful, clear-sighted and with a keen understanding of Labour history," he added in a statement.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2022

Her publisher Picador agreed the objections were "instructive and clear-sighted"; eventually, it withdrew the book from publication.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2022

Although he remains optimistic that Ukrainian forces can keep the enemy at bay, he is also clear-sighted about his options.

From Seattle Times Jul. 2, 2022

Such blindness however, was as a matter of fact exhibited by a good many, whereas the ex-waiter of the San Carlo gambling saloon showed himself clear-sighted in the matter.

From The Great Musicians: Rossini and His School by Edwards, Henry Sutherland

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