ülevaatlikud

Ülevaatlikud is the nominative plural form of the Estonian adjective ülevaatlik. The term is used to describe something that is clear, obvious, or easy to understand, or that is presented in a way that is easy to follow. In practice, ülevaatlik describes explanations, diagrams, instructions, or appearances that minimize ambiguity and maximize clarity.

Usage: In academic, journalistic, and educational contexts, ülevaatlik is commonly applied to presentations, texts, or visual materials that are well organized and straightforward. It can describe both content and delivery, and its adverbial form, ülevaatlikult, signals that something is presented in a clear manner. The word is suitable for formal and semi-formal writing and is often used to commend well-structured information.

Examples:

- Sissejuhatus oli ülevaatlik ja loogiline. (The introduction was clear and logical.)

- Diagramm oli ülevaatlik ja hõlpsasti loetav. (The diagram was clear and easy to read.)

- Artikli eesmärk on esitada teave ülevaatlikult, et lugeja mõistaks peamised punktid. (The aim of the article is to present information in a clear manner.)

Declension: ülevaatlik is an adjective that agrees with the noun; nominative plural is ülevaatlikud. Other forms follow standard Estonian adjective declension.

See also: ülevaade (overview), selgus (clarity).