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obviously Synonyms
Another word for obviously
Choosing another word for obviously depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a way that is easily perceived, understood, or recognized; clearly and unmistakably.
Usage Example
"The patient was clearly relieved after hearing the encouraging test results."
Strongest
clearly
evidently
unmistakably
plainly
Strong
visibly
manifestly
patently
noticeably
conspicuously
• 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
"of course, we will need to secure funding before launching the new research project."
Strongest
of course
naturally
needless to say
clearly
Strong
undoubtedly
unquestionably
indubitably
manifestly
Opposites of obviously
The opposite of obviously shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
imperceptibly
obscurely
doubtfully
questionably
inconspicuously
debatably
subtly
improbably
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Obviously. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/obviously