obvious

The word “obvious” has 3 syllables: ob-vi-ous.

It's pronounced as /ˈɑbviəs/.


What is synonym and antonym for obvious?

In the thesaurus, “obvious” has 20 synonyms and 39 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obvious along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for obvious

  • accessible
  • apparent
  • blatant
  • clear
  • conspicuous
  • discernible
  • distinct
  • evident
  • glaring
  • indisputable
  • noticeable
  • overt
  • palpable
  • pronounced
  • recognizable
  • self-evident
  • straightforward
  • undeniable
  • unmistakable
  • visible

Antonyms for obvious

  • ambiguous
  • clouded
  • concealed
  • cryptic
  • dark
  • disputable
  • doubtful
  • dubious
  • dull
  • enigmatic
  • equivocal
  • fuzzy
  • hidden
  • imperceptible
  • incomprehensible
  • inconsequential
  • inconspicuous
  • indefinite
  • indistinct
  • insignificant
  • invisible
  • mistakable
  • mysterious
  • obscure
  • obscured
  • questionable
  • secret
  • slight
  • small
  • trivial
  • uncertain
  • unclear
  • unfathomable
  • unintelligible
  • unknown
  • unnoticeable
  • unobtrusive
  • unsure
  • vague

Meanings of obvious

  • adjective
    1. Easily discovered, seen, or understood; self-explanatory.

Example Sentences

  • It was obvious to everyone that she had put a lot of effort into her presentation.
  • The solution to the problem was so obvious that it surprised everyone it hadn't been implemented earlier.
  • His lack of preparation was obvious from the moment he stepped onto the stage.
  • The consequences of their actions were painfully obvious in the aftermath of the disaster.
  • It became increasingly obvious that they were not going to reach a compromise anytime soon.

On this page you'll find 59 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obvious, such as: accessible, ambiguous, apparent, blatant, clear, clouded, concealed.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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bald

bald-faced

  • apparent
  • clear
  • distinct
  • evident
  • obvious
  • straightforward
  • unmistakable

easy

illusive

painless

  • accessible
  • banal
  • bland
  • cheap
  • clear
  • easy
  • effortless
  • gentle
  • innocent
  • innocuous
  • inoffensive
  • insipid
  • naive
  • nontoxic
  • obvious
  • offhand
  • powerless
  • simple
  • smooth
  • straightforward
  • uncomplicated

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