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obvious Synonyms

Another word for obvious

Choosing another word for obvious depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
apparent
evident
plain
unmistakable
self-evident
clear
Strong
conspicuous
manifest
noticeable
blatant

• adjective (Context 2)

Predictable and lacking in subtlety, originality, or imagination.

Usage Example

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

Strongest
predictable
unsubtle
Strong
unimaginative
trite
banal
hackneyed
pedestrian

Opposites of obvious

The opposite of obvious shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

obscure
subtle
nuanced
original
hidden
unclear
inconspicuous
ambiguous
See all opposites of obvious

• Nearby Words

obtusely
obtuseness
obverse
obvious
obviously
obviousness
oca

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Obvious. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/obvious
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