more apparent

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seeming, not proven real adj.
obvious adj.

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

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more apparent

This makes you wonder what the “protection” part of their agency is actually about, but it does make it more apparent why Mamdani’s opponents are attacking him over 9/11.

From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2026

But in our call of the day, those strategists see a second phase to come, in which those companies have to deliver on the earnings front, and winners and losers start to look more apparent.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026

By 2023, the fractures between Musk and OpenAI were much more apparent.

From Slate ● Apr. 30, 2026

Two relatively uneventful rounds followed, though the damage on both fighters' faces was becoming more and more apparent.

From BBC ● Apr. 4, 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