clear writing

[/klɪr ˈraɪtɪŋ/]
noun
escrita clara
1. Writing that is easy to understand, with simple language, logical organization, and minimal ambiguity
Clear writing is essential in professional communication to ensure your message is understood correctly.
A escrita clara é essencial na comunicação profissional para garantir que sua mensagem seja compreendida corretamente.
2. Prose that avoids unnecessary jargon, passive voice, and complex sentence structures
The professor emphasized clear writing by removing redundant phrases and using active voice.
O professor enfatizou a escrita clara removendo frases redundantes e usando voz ativa.
3. Writing characterized by clarity of thought, purpose, and expression
Good journalists are known for their clear writing that conveys facts without confusion.
Bons jornalistas são conhecidos por sua escrita clara que transmite fatos sem confusão.
Clear writing is highly valued in both American and Brazilian professional environments, particularly in business, education, and journalism. In Brazil, there is increasing emphasis on clarity in government communication (comunicação clara) and business writing. In the USA, the Plain Language Movement has promoted clear writing in government and corporate sectors since the 1970s.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plain writinglucid writingstraightforward writingsimple writingaccessible writing
Antonyms / Antônimos
obscure writingconvoluted writingambiguous writingmurky writingunclear writing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escrita clara
Standard term used in educational and professional contexts
São Paulo
escrita clara
Preferred in business and academic writing instruction
Rio de Janeiro
escrita clara
Commonly used in journalism and media education
Portugal
escrita clara
Same usage as Brazil, occasionally 'redação clara' in formal contexts

Related Words

clarityconcisenessreadabilitycoherencestyle guidetechnical writing

Related Idioms & Phrases

write in plain English
cut to the chase
get straight to the point
keep it simple
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