What is the opposite of clear?

Answer 1

In terms of transmissibility, the opposite of opaque is transparent. (Colloquially, clear.)

Answer

The definition of 'opaque' (NB as an adjective) in the Collins English Dictionary is as follows:- 1. Not transmitting light;

2. Not reflecting light;

3. Not transmitting radiant energy (e.g electromagnetic, sound);

4. Hard to understand; unintelligible;

This means that the opposite of 'opaque' would be:-

1. something that is good at transmitting light;

2. something that is good at reflecting light;

3. something that is good at transmitting radiant energy ;

4. Easy to understand; easily understood;

This means that the opposite of 'opaque' would be:-

1-3. Good at energy transfer;

4. Easy to understand; easily understood;

Depending on the context, 'opaque' can also mean something is 'foggy' , so this means that the opposite could be:

- mirrored

- bright

- shiny

- transparent

- clear

Answer 2

Clear (understandable) has the opposites unclear, obtuse, or puzzling

Clear (away from) has opposites proximate, near, or close

Clear (transparent) has opposites opaque, cloudy, or obscured.

Clear (railroad term) has opposites of unsafe, or stop.

Answer 3

transparent is the antonym/opposite of opaque.

Answer 4

Blurry