obvious

[ob-vee-uhs] / ˈɒb vi əs /

ADJECTIVE

apparent, understandable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessible clear conspicuous discernible distinct evident glaring indisputable noticeable overt palpable pronounced recognizable self-evident straightforward undeniable unmistakable visible

WEAK

barefaced bright clear as a bell conclusive distinguishable explicit exposed in evidence lucid manifest observable open patent perceivable perceptible plain precise prominent public self-explanatory standing out transparent unconcealed undisguised unsubtle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous concealed dark disputable doubtful dubious dull fuzzy hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

Example Sentences

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"Claws are never in that location in a Cambrian arthropod," said Lerosey-Aubril, "It took me a few minutes to realize the obvious, I had just exposed the oldest chelicera ever found."

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

His motives are obvious: He’s a bully and it’s fun for him to watch people debase themselves to please him.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

It might seem obvious that, by having as many barriers as possible in the cancellation process, companies can count on some customers giving up and keeping their subscription.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

That there are meaningful connections between religion and baseball—the thesis of the docu-lecture “Baseball: Beyond Belief”—seems obvious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

And I love how obvious my progress is—how a distance that seems impossible one week is no problem the next.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

obvious

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