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DictionaryobviousEasy to recognize
adjective

obvious

AHB-vee-us/ˈɑːbviəs/

Easy to see or understand.

The difference between the red apple and green apples is obvious.

One bright red apple stands out immediately among a small, orderly group of green apples, making the visibly different item effortless to recognize.
Etymology
obLatinin front of, against
+viousLatinway

The image is of something lying in your way, presenting itself readily. From being readily encountered or exposed, the meaning developed into being plain to see or understand.

In context

Unearthed History - Archaeology Documentaries35:52
There's some very obvious history here at Fornmon, but what's really fascinating is that archaeology under the ground that's lain hidden for so many centuries.
Archaeologists Uncover 10,000 Artifacts And Unusual Graves In A Medieval Gothic Abbey

More examples

  • The answer seems obvious once you read the final clue.
  • Her smile makes it obvious that she likes the gift.
  • There is no obvious damage to the car.

Forms

obvious

obviously adverb — In a way that is easily recognized.

Similar words

clear
Emphasizes being easy to understand or free from confusion.
apparent
Can describe what seems true without being confirmed.
evident
Often emphasizes what recognizable signs or facts show.