transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈper-ən(t)-sē 
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: something transparent
especially
: a picture (as on film) viewed by light shining through it or by projection
Examples of transparency in a Sentence
the transparency of a piece of glass
the transparency of their motives
He says that there needs to be more transparency in the way the government operates.
The professor used transparencies and an overhead projector during her lectures.
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Kash Patel and Dan Bongino should call for Blondi's public resignation today to save themselves and to also push for full transparency into the Epstein files.
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Another best practice: ensuring consumers can quickly see how the amount owed was determined, a layer of transparency that establishes trust.
—Tom Furr, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
While the objective of the show is to explore and develop strong connections, many fans were upset with the lack of transparency Williams gave Carthen about his feelings toward her.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 11 July 2025
But the memo has sparked frustration and backlash across the political spectrum, with critics accusing the administration of backpedaling on its promise of full transparency.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2025
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Another best practice: ensuring consumers can quickly see how the amount owed was determined, a layer of transparency that establishes trust.
—Tom Furr, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
While the objective of the show is to explore and develop strong connections, many fans were upset with the lack of transparency Williams gave Carthen about his feelings toward her.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 11 July 2025
But the memo has sparked frustration and backlash across the political spectrum, with critics accusing the administration of backpedaling on its promise of full transparency.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for transparency
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transparency. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
-ˈper-
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: a picture or design on glass, thin cloth, paper, or film viewed by shining light through it or by projection
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transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
plural transparencies
: the quality or state of being transparent
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