Which sounds better, written clearly or clearly written?

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The sentence is, "It is extremely important that your name and number are written clearly on the order form." I think it should read clearly written on the order form. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Clive · Accepted Answer

Hi,
'Clearly written' stresses 'clearly' a little bit more, but both versions are used.

Have you considered the word 'legibly?

Clivec

Yosam · Answer

Clivec,

Thank you. I would rather use legibly, however, my thoughts are the recipients would understand "clearly written" better. I appreciate your help and suggestions.

Anonymous · Answer

I didn't notice that anyone addressed this issue, so I will. "Clearly written" means something slightly different than "written clearly."
If what you wrote is "clearly written" on the form, then it is easily seen--it stands out on the form.
If what you wrote is "written clearly" on the form, then it is easily read--the letters are clear and easy to read.
Though this may sound like semantics (which it is), there is a subtle difference between the two. It's not a matter of "which is correct?" It's a matter of what are you trying to say.
Because this is a form, then they probably meant what they said, which is "written clearly." The form is probably constructed in such a way that they can find your answer, so a "clearly written" answer is not so important--they can find it. But once they do, will they be able to read it? In order for them to read your answer, it needs to be "written clearly."

Since I'm anonmous here, I'll give you my data:
John
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