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Evident

Verb / ˈevʌdʌnt / Another word for evident — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

clearly seen or understood; obvious

Synonyms & similar words

patent apparent observable manifest unmistakable plain discernible apparent clear distinct manifest obvious plain visible appreciable discernible noticeable patent perceptible pronounced recognizable unmistakable transparent palpable tangible undeniable unquestionable

Synonyms by register

Formal

manifest apparent obvious patent

Informal

clear plain obvious visible

Literary

palpable perceptible manifest

Antonyms

hidden obscure unclear vague ambiguous concealed doubtful

Common collocations

  • clearly evident
  • self-evident
  • evident from
  • evident that
  • made evident
  • evident cause
  • evident need

Word family

noun evidence
adjective evident
adverb evidently

Usage note

Evident is an adjective meaning 'obvious' or 'easily understood'. It is often used to describe something that is clearly shown by facts or signs.

Example sentences

  1. It was evident that the baby was tired because he kept rubbing his eyes.
  2. The teacher made it evident that she was proud of her students when she gave them all a round of applause.
  3. The damage to the car was evident when you saw the dented door.
  4. It became evident that the team was going to win the game when they scored their third goal.
  5. The doctor said it was evident that the patient had a cold because of his runny nose.

Quotes

  • The truth is always evident.
  • The beauty of the soul is evident even when the body is not.
  • The evidence speaks for itself.

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