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Obvious

adjective
/ˈɒb.vi.əs/

Meaning

easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent to the mind
easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent

Example Sentences

It was obvious that she was upset about something.

It was obvious that she was upset after the meeting.

Example Expressions

the obvious choice

Synonyms

clear, evident, apparent, plain, noticeable
Entry 1
clear, evident, apparent, plain
Entry 2
clear, evident, apparent, noticeable, plain

Antonyms

hidden, unclear, obscure, subtle
Entry 1
hidden, unclear, obscure, subtle
Entry 2
hidden, unclear, obscure

Collocations

obvious reason, obvious choice, obvious mistake, obvious fact, obvious difference
Entry 1
obvious reason, obvious choice, obvious mistake
Entry 2
obvious reason, obvious fact, obvious mistake, obvious difference

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Requiring immediate action or attention.
Deprived of or lacking something, especially a nonmaterial asset.

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