English · Adjectives
obvious
/ˈɒb.vi.əs/
[/ˈɒb.vi.əs/]
clear, evident
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Easy to see or understand; not needing explanation.
Example
It was obvious from her smile that she had passed the exam.
It was obvious from her smile that she had passed the exam.
Etymology
From Latin 'obvius' (in the way, lying before), from 'ob viam'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used when something is plainly evident.