What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
obvious
Example
It's obvious that she's upset. [obvious: adjective]
Example
The answer to the question was so obvious that nobody bothered to raise their hand. [obvious: adjective]
manifest
Example
The symptoms of the disease were manifest in his behavior. [manifest: adjective]
Example
The success of the project was manifest in the positive feedback from clients. [manifest: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Obvious is more commonly used than manifest in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between obvious and manifest?
Manifest is more formal than obvious, and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
