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obviously Antonyms

Opposite of obviously

Because the opposite of obviously shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a way that is easily perceived, understood, or recognized; clearly and unmistakably.

Usage Example

"The patient was imperceptibly relieved after hearing the encouraging test results."

Strongest
imperceptibly
obscurely
Strong
inconspicuously
subtly
vaguely
faintly

• adverb (Context 2)

As would be expected or goes without saying (used to modify a whole sentence or clause to emphasize that a fact is self-evident).

Usage Example

"doubtfully, we will need to secure funding before launching the new research project."

Strong
doubtfully
questionably
debatably
improbably
surprisingly

Similar words to obviously

Words similar to obviously shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

of course
clearly
naturally
evidently
needless to say
unmistakably
plainly
visibly
See all synonyms of obviously

• Nearby Words

obtuseness
obverse
obvious
obviously
obviousness
occasion
occasional

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Obviously. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/obviously
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