more apparent

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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Nowhere has that been more apparent than Southern California, home to one of the largest Mexican communities outside Mexico itself.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026

After California’s primary day came and went, and poll workers continued to count mail ballots, as per state law, Pratt’s loss became more apparent.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Reassessing place names as the dark side of history becomes more apparent is nothing new.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Nowhere is this more apparent than in the rebuttal address by the opposition party, a modern innovation that is again a function of television.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

“The more Liddy and I discussed both the problem of, and the opportunity presented by, Dr. Fielding’s file,” Hunt recalled, “the more apparent it became that the file should be photographed by surreptitious means.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin