narrative clarity

[ˈnærətɪv ˈklærɪti]
nounfemininepl: claridades narrativas
claridade narrativa
1. The quality of being clear, understandable, and easy to follow in a story or account; the coherence and lucidity of a narrative structure
The narrative clarity of the novel made it accessible to readers of all ages.
A claridade narrativa do romance tornou-o acessível a leitores de todas as idades.
2. The absence of confusion or ambiguity in the presentation of events, characters, and plot development within a story
Critics praised the film for its narrative clarity in explaining complex political events.
Críticos elogiaram o filme pela sua claridade narrativa ao explicar eventos políticos complexos.
3. The ability of a narrator to present information in a straightforward and comprehensible manner
The author achieved narrative clarity by using simple sentence structures and logical progression.
O autor alcançou claridade narrativa ao usar estruturas de frases simples e progressão lógica.
In Brazilian literary criticism, 'claridade narrativa' is highly valued in popular fiction and educational texts, while European Portuguese tends to use 'clareza narrativa' more formally in academic discourse. The concept reflects a broader preference in both cultures for accessible storytelling that respects the reader's comprehension.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
narrative luciditystory claritycoherenceintelligibilityperspicuity
Antonyms / Antônimos
narrative ambiguityobscurityconfusionincoherencemuddiness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
claridade narrativa
Most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese literature and criticism
São Paulo
clareza da narrativa
Alternative phrasing preferred in academic and publishing contexts
Rio de Janeiro
claridade narrativa
Standard usage in cultural and literary circles
Portugal
clareza narrativa
Preferred in European Portuguese; slightly more formal construction

Related Words

storytellingnarrative structureplot developmentnarrative voiceexposition

Related Idioms & Phrases

crystal-clear narrative
a story told with clarity
narrative transparency
paint a clear picture
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