Cleared (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush; "cleared land"; "cleared streets free of fallen trees and debris"; "a cleared passage through the underbrush"; "played poker on the cleared dining room table".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The farmer spent all day clearing the field, and by nightfall the land was cleared and ready for planting.
- The city sent out crews to clear the streets after the storm, and by morning the streets were cleared free of fallen trees and debris.
- The hikers pushed through the dense underbrush until they found a cleared passage that led them to the summit.
- The family played poker on the cleared dining room table, which was normally cluttered with papers and mail.
- The construction crew worked tirelessly to clear the lot, and soon the cleared land was ready for the foundation to be laid.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
Freed from any question of guilt; "is absolved from all blame"; "was now clear of the charge of cowardice"; "his official honor is vindicated".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The politician's name was cleared of any wrongdoing after the investigation was completed.
- She was cleared of the allegations and was allowed to return to her job.
- After presenting the new evidence, he was cleared of the charges against him.
- The review panel cleared the company of any fault in the accident.
- Her reputation was cleared after it was proven that she was not involved in the scandal.