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transparency (noun)

Transparency is the quality of being easy to see through, often used to describe glass or clear materials. In a figurative sense, it refers to openness and honesty in communication, where information is shared clearly without secrets.

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Think of a 'TRANS-PARENT'. A parent who is 'trans' (through) is someone you can see through. They are honest and clear w...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'transparent' as a noun. → Using 'transparency' as the noun.

Confusing transparency with translucency. → Using transparency for clear things and translucency for cloudy things.

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