most 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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Jacob Elordi, off of an Oscar nomination, is the most obvious ‘Euphoria’ bait, and I hope voters give grizzled veteran Sam Elliott his due for a memorable ‘Landman’ arc.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Mr. Dano’s woefully limp performance is merely the most obvious of the film’s flaws.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The most obvious one is to look at the dividend yield.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Since early 2023, Nvidia has been the most obvious play on generative artificial intelligence because it has dominated the market for graphics processing units being installed by data centers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

It was most obvious in the Johnson years.

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