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
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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By pushing out and attacking any dissent within and outside of the DNC, and so openly closing off the party from transparency and a broader coalition, the Democratic Party has become an illusion.
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Nomiki Konst, New York Daily News, 3 July 2024
The bulk of the law is aimed at cracking down on corrupt condo boards and increasing transparency for unit owners.
—Rebecca Liebson, Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2024
The wide-reaching transparency law, Senate Bill 478, will apply to many industries.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2024
This transparency can not only help in fixing bugs and improving features but also build trust and accountability.
—Justin Maier, Rolling Stone, 1 July 2024
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Nomiki Konst, New York Daily News, 3 July 2024
The bulk of the law is aimed at cracking down on corrupt condo boards and increasing transparency for unit owners.
—Rebecca Liebson, Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2024
The wide-reaching transparency law, Senate Bill 478, will apply to many industries.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2024
This transparency can not only help in fixing bugs and improving features but also build trust and accountability.
—Justin Maier, Rolling Stone, 1 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for transparency
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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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