clarification
gb/klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/ us/klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
B2
英语
~ 6600
义项
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unknown
B2
action
1
explanation that makes something clear
The act or result of explaining something so that people can understand it better.
用法模式：
[someone] gives/provides clarification on [something]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse “clarification” with “clearance”. “Clarification” is about explaining something so people understand it. “Clearance” is official permission (for example, security clearance or customs clearance). Another mistake is using the verb form incorrectly, saying *“I will clarification this”* instead of *“I will clarify this”* or *“I will give a clarification.”*
近义词
explanation (The most common general word; does not always carry the idea of removing confusion as strongly as “clarification”.)
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elucidation (More formal and less common; often used in academic or literary contexts for very careful clarification.)
反义词
confusion (Refers to a lack of understanding, which clarification aims to remove.)
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misunderstanding (Clarification is given to correct or prevent a misunderstanding.)
搭配
seek clarification
|ask for clarification
|provide clarification
|offer clarification
|need clarification
|clarification on [something]
主题
communication
|education
|work
|core_vocabulary
例句
- The manager sent an email with further clarification after the meeting.
- Let me offer a quick clarification so there is no confusion about the deadline.
- Students asked for clarification on the grading policy.
- The spokesperson issued a clarification of her earlier remarks.
学习者例句
- The teacher gave clarification after the test.
- If you do not understand, ask for clarification.
- He wrote to the company for clarification about the bill.
- Thanks for the clarification; now the rules are clear.
unknown
technical
C1
action
2
process of making a liquid clear
A process in science or industry where small solid pieces are taken out of a liquid to make it more clear or clean.
用法模式：
clarification of [liquid/substance]
近义词
purification (Broader term; can refer to removing many kinds of impurities, not only making a liquid visibly clear.)
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filtration (A specific method that often forms part of clarification, using a filter to remove particles.)
反义词
contamination (The introduction of unwanted substances into a liquid, which clarification is intended to reverse.)
搭配
water clarification
|wastewater clarification
|clarification process
|oil clarification
|primary clarification
主题
science
|industry
|technology
例句
- The plant uses a two-stage clarification process to treat wastewater before it is released.
- Clarification of the juice is necessary to remove sediment and improve its appearance.
- Chemical agents are added to speed up the clarification of drinking water.
学习者例句
- Clarification of water is important before people drink it.
- In the lab, we studied the clarification of dirty river water.
- The factory uses machines for the clarification of oil.
语法
词典原形
clarification
IPA
GB/klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
US/klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
音节与重音
cla - ri - fic - a - tion （5 个音节）
Stress on 4th syllable (a)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: clarification
- Plural: clarification, clarifications
词族
相关表达
ask for clarification
1/ˈæsk fɚ klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
request an explanation
To say or write that you want someone to explain something more clearly.
例句
- If any part of the instructions is unclear, please ask for clarification.
- The lawyer stood up to ask for clarification on one point of the contract.
for clarification
1/fɚ klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
for the purpose of explaining
Used to say that something is done to explain better or to help someone understand.
例句
- Contact our support team for clarification if anything is unclear.
- He added a short note for clarification at the end of the report.
need clarification
1/nˈid klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
require further explanation
To not fully understand something and therefore want more explanation.
例句
- If you need clarification, please call our office.
- The board said it needed clarification before approving the budget.
offer clarification
1/ˈɔfɚ klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
volunteer to explain further
To say or give extra explanation without being strongly asked, so others can understand.
例句
- She offered clarification when she saw confused faces in the audience.
- The author later offered clarification about the book’s ending in an interview.
point of clarification
1/pˈɔɪnt əv klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
specific issue needing clarity
A short question or comment used to make one detail in a talk or meeting more clear.
例句
- I have a point of clarification about the timeline you mentioned.
- Before we continue, may I raise a point of clarification on the budget figures?
provide clarification
1/pɹəvˈaɪd klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
give extra explanation
To explain something in more detail so that people understand it clearly.
例句
- The trainer provided clarification on how to use the new software.
- The company later provided clarification in an updated press release.
request clarification
1/ɹɪkwˈɛst klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
formally ask for clarification
To formally ask someone to explain something more clearly.
例句
- The department requested clarification on several points of the proposal.
- You may request clarification in writing within ten business days.
seek clarification
1/sˈik klˌɛɹəfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
try to obtain clarification
To try to get more explanation so that something becomes clear.
例句
- Employees are encouraged to seek clarification whenever a policy is confusing.
- Before voting, the committee sought clarification from the finance department.