apparent

[uh-pair-uhnt, uh-par-] / əˈpɛər ənt, əˈpær- /

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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But announced several months after Beyoncé's win, some have seen it as a sign of discontent over her apparent interloping on the country-music space.

From BBC

“This would be at odds with the administration’s apparent desire to lower mortgage rates,” he writes.

From Barron's

The path out of the morass isn’t readily apparent.

From Barron's

Chief Executive Humpton helped support the apparent message sent by Blitzer, saying on Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria” that a minimum price or a price guarantee on rare-earth projects wasn’t necessary.

From MarketWatch

Even some who opposed Metro Surge were dismayed when protesters disrupted a church service over a pastor’s apparent role with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

From The Wall Street Journal

apparent

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