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

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

Norinchukin Research Institute economist Takeshi Minami expects the consequences of energy shortages to start becoming more apparent in April.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

And nowhere was this more apparent than the final challenge for the Artemis crew - their return to Earth.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

The impact of schooling on the scholarship boy is only more apparent to the boy himself and to others.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez