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apparent

[uh-pair-uhnt, uh-par-] / əˈpɛər ənt, əˈpær- /
ADJECTIVE
seeming, not proven real
Synonyms
STRONGEST
possible probable supposed
WEAK
credible illusive illusory likely ostensible outward plausible semblant specious superficial suppositious
Antonyms
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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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You will have similar issues to face in your 50s, and they will become more challenging as you get older and the finite nature of your finances becomes more apparent.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Once a relatively obscure royal, he outmaneuvered older cousins and purged rivals to become heir apparent as the health of his father, King Salman, declined.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Fisher cites a few factors for buyers’ apparent resilience last month: Rates are still a little lower than they were at the same time last year.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

The government’s explanations for the arrests, wrote Judge Jennifer Thurston in Fresno, “rely on unsupported assumptions, hunches and generalizations about the relationship between a person’s apparent status as a day laborer and their immigration status.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

In other words, he is not providing a demonstration in the logical or mathematical sense, but he is making some physical reality apparent.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton