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more obvious

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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A more obvious issue is the company’s valuation.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Financial history provides lots of lessons, but few are more obvious than those regarding lending.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

This has never been more obvious than in its ruling in Louisiana v.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

Eventually, things get more obvious: a levitating wheelchair, some skittering around on the ceiling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

It makes the situation more obvious, but really, there’s no hiding what I’m missing and it bugs me to have the extra fabric flopping around.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen