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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No waiting for obvious incidents that everyone can see immediately but takes VAR forever to decide.

From BBC

The desire is already there — loud, obvious, borderline operatic.

From Salon

I think the explanation is more obvious than people like: Sometimes it ain’t your day.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rather than generating identical posts or obvious spam, AI agents can generate varied, credible content at a large scale.

From Salon

If the goal is to bring down building costs, rethinking the basics of the construction process is an obvious place to start.

From Los Angeles Times