Transparency: meaning, definitions and examples

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transparency

 

[ trænˈspærənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in business

The quality of being transparent, easily understood, and open to scrutiny. Transparency is essential for building trust with customers and stakeholders.

Synonyms

clarity, honesty, openness

Examples of usage

  • Companies are increasingly embracing transparency in their operations.
  • Transparency in financial reporting is crucial for investors.
Context #2 | Noun

in government

The practice of making information and decisions easily accessible to the public. Transparency in government promotes accountability and democracy.

Synonyms

accountability, disclosure, visibility

Examples of usage

  • The government promised more transparency in its decision-making process.
  • Transparency laws require public officials to disclose their financial interests.
Context #3 | Noun

in materials

The property of being see-through, allowing light to pass through without diffusion. Transparency in materials is often desired in architectural design.

Synonyms

clarity, clearness, translucency

Examples of usage

  • The glass walls provide transparency while maintaining privacy in the office.
  • The artist used transparent watercolors to achieve a delicate effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "transparency" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transparência

🇮🇳 पारदर्शिता

🇩🇪 Transparenz

🇮🇩 transparansi

🇺🇦 прозорість

🇵🇱 przejrzystość

🇯🇵 透明性

🇫🇷 transparence

🇪🇸 transparencia

🇹🇷 şeffaflık

🇰🇷 투명성

🇸🇦 شفافية

🇨🇿 transparentnost

🇸🇰 transparentnosť

🇨🇳 透明度

🇸🇮 transparentnost

🇮🇸 gagnsæi

🇰🇿 айқындық

🇬🇪 გამჭვირვალობა

🇦🇿 şəffaflıq

🇲🇽 transparencia

Word origin

The word 'transparency' originated from the Latin word 'transparens', which means 'to show through'. The concept of transparency has been valued throughout history in various contexts, such as governance, business, and materials. In modern times, transparency has become increasingly important in fostering trust, accountability, and openness in different aspects of society.

See also: transparently.