Definitions

obvious

[ob-vee-uhs] / ˈɒb vi əs /

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 solution looks obvious: the U.S. should slash its budget deficit and China should reform its financial and fiscal system.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The most obvious candidate is the VanEck Semiconductor Exchange-Traded Fund, home to data center chip makers seeing explosive growth in their AI offerings.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

That is another sub-plot to the selection situation, and there is no obvious answer to who will get the nod.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The obvious strategy is to make its services cheaper.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“It’s obvious that Gladys Herdman got that poor little boy to knock himself silly and cause a big commotion, and then she went to the cafeteria and walked off with every last cookie!”

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson

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