abgeklärt

Abgeklärt is a German adjective formed from the verb abklären, meaning to clarify, settle, or rule out. It has two broad senses. First, it can describe a person who is level-headed, calm, and pragmatic, often due to experience. In this sense abgeklärt conveys emotional composure and clear judgment. Second, abgeklärt can describe a matter or condition that has been clarified or resolved through examination, discussion, or observation; for example, a medical diagnosis has been ruled out or a dispute has been settled.

Usage and nuances: In medical or investigative contexts, abgeklärt emphasizes thorough checking and the elimination of uncertainties, as in “Der Patient ist abgeklärt” or “Der Verdacht konnte abgeklärt werden.” In everyday language, it relates to a calm, measured attitude: “Sie wirkt abgeklärt trotz der Krise.” The word is neutral to slightly formal and is common in journalism, psychology, and everyday speech.

Etymology and related terms: From ab- (away, forth) plus klären, with klären derived from klar (clear). Related terms include klären (to clarify), klar (clear), and abgeklärt as a regular adjective.

Examples:

- Nach dem Gespräch war die Sache endgültig abgeklärt.

- Der Patient ist abgeklärt; alle Untersuchungen hatten keinen Hinweis auf eine schwere Erkrankung ergeben.

- Er wirkt abgeklärt und überlegt.