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VocabJLPT N1

to be clear-headed

Ichidan VerbIntransitive Verb

Also written as 冴える

Definitions

1. to be clear (of a sight, sound, colour, etc.)
2. to be bright
3. to be clear-headed
4. to look upbeat

This verb describes a state of being sharp, clear, or refreshed — like a crisp, clear sky or a mind that is alert and functioning well. It can also describe a color or sound that is vivid and clean, and is often used to express mental clarity or sharpness of wit.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Just a little bit of tidying up, and my thoughts are already so much clearer!

Sentence 2

"My senses are really sharp right now," she said, fully focused.

Sentence 3

"If your head's foggy, take a break," my coworker told me.

Sentence 4

"There's no magic pill that sharpens your mind," the doctor told me.

Sentence 5

With the new earphones, even the subtle sounds come through crisp and clear.