Clear Similes
7 classic and creative similes for Clear - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
- As clear as ice
- As clear as a diamond
- As clear as the heavens above
- As clear as a bell
- As clear as mud
- As clear as crystal
- As clear as daylight
Frequently asked
What does "as clear as" mean?
"As clear as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as clear as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of clearness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as clear as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 7 similes for Clear. Common ones include "As clear as a bell" and "As clear as a diamond". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "clear" simile in writing?
Use a "clear" simile when you want the reader to feel clearness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.