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obvious

/ˈɑːb.vi.əs/
ob · vi · ous
Adverb:obviously
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• adjective

1

Easily perceived, recognized, or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.

Example

"It was obvious from her expression that she already knew the good news."

2

Predictable and lacking in subtlety, originality, or imagination.

Example

"The critic noted that the novel's plot relied on an obvious twist in the final chapter."

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• Rhymes for obvious

• Nearby Words

obtusely
obtuseness
obverse
obvious
obviously
obviousness
oca

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin obvius ('in the way, presenting itself readily'), formed from ob- ('against, in front of') and via ('way, road'), literally meaning 'standing in one's path'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Obvious. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/obvious
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