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more apparent

ADJECTIVE

seeming, not proven real

Synonyms

STRONGEST

possible probable supposed

WEAK

credible illusive illusory likely ostensible outward plausible semblant specious superficial suppositious

Antonyms

STRONGEST

unlikely

WEAK

doubtful dubious equivocal hidden improbable obscure questionable real uncertain unclear

ADJECTIVE

obvious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear conspicuous discernible evident glaring noticeable overt palpable understandable unmistakable visible

WEAK

barefaced big as life clear cut crystal clear distinct indubitable make no bones manifest marked observable open open and shut out in the open patent perceivable plain self-evident transparent unambiguous under one's nose unequivocal

Antonyms

STRONGEST

concealed dark dull hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured secret uncertain unclear unintelligible unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

WEAK

doubtful dubious equivocal improbable questionable real unlikely

Example Sentences

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The rise in import costs on account of high commodity prices and a weak rupee is likely to be more apparent in the WPI gauge, which captures the average movement of wholesale prices of goods.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

By 2023, the fractures between Musk and OpenAI were much more apparent.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

Reassessing place names as the dark side of history becomes more apparent is nothing new.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Nowhere is this sensitivity more apparent than in the semiconductor supply chain.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026

“The more Liddy and I discussed both the problem of, and the opportunity presented by, Dr. Fielding’s file,” Hunt recalled, “the more apparent it became that the file should be photographed by surreptitious means.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin