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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The price implications are only going to get more obvious over time, and by the time it hits people in the face, it is going to be too late to do much about it.

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

“But anyone making the presence of pedestrians more obvious makes it safer,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

The more I thought about it, the more obvious it was the boys had been lying.

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee