obvious Definition
easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.
Using obvious: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "obvious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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It was obvious that he was lying.
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The solution to the problem was obvious.
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The answer was so obvious that it was embarrassing not to know it.
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It's obvious that she doesn't like him.
obvious Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with obvious
in a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly
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Obviously, he was not happy with the decision.
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Saying that the sky is blue is just stating the obvious.
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The obvious choice for dinner tonight is pizza.
Origins of obvious
from Latin 'obvius', meaning 'in the way' or 'lying in the path'
Summary: obvious in Brief
'Obvious' [ˈɑːbvɪəs] means something that is easily perceived or understood. It is often used to describe a situation where the answer or solution is clear and apparent, such as 'The solution to the problem was obvious.' 'Obvious' can be replaced by synonyms like 'apparent' and 'evident,' or informal phrases like 'clear as day.'
