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clarified

[/ˈklærɪfaɪd/]
adjective/verb (past tense and past participle)
esclarecido, clarificado
1. Made clear or easier to understand; explained in detail
The professor clarified the complex theory during the lecture.
O professor esclareceu a teoria complexa durante a aula.
2. Made pure or clear by removing impurities (especially liquids)
The clarified butter is used in Indian cuisine.
A manteiga clarificada é usada na culinária indiana.
3. Removed doubts or confusion about something
She clarified her position on the matter.
Ela esclareceu sua posição sobre o assunto.
Synonyms
explainedcleared uppurifiedelucidatedilluminatedmade clear
Antonyms
obscuredconfusedmuddiedcomplicatedclouded

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
esclarecido, clarificado
Most common usage in both meanings
São Paulo
esclarecido
Preferred form for explanation context
Portugal
esclarecido, clarificado
Both forms are equally accepted

Related Idioms & Phrases

to clarify the air - esclarecer o clima
clarified things up - esclareceu as coisas
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