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

Synonyms

• clarity
• clearness
• limpidity
• limpidness
• lucency
• translucence
• translucency

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

For countries willing to act boldly, Bitcoin offers a blueprint for the future: secure reserves safeguarded by cutting-edge technology, transparency that builds trust at every level, and the agility to thrive in volatile geopolitical landscapes. —Sean Lee, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024

Yet, this model has remained largely unchanged since the last century, operating with a relative lack of transparency and inefficiencies that have left many questioning its true value. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 25 Dec. 2024

The default approach to AI should be crystal-clear transparency and accountability in training data and algorithmic decision-making. —Matthew Guariglia, The Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2024

Teladoc’s market cap now sits at under $1.6 billion. GoodRx, which offers price transparency tools for medications, is down 33% year to date. —Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 24 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

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

Medical Definition

transparency

noun

trans·​par·​en·​cy tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē 

plural transparencies

: the quality or state of being transparent