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Meaning of apparent
The primary meaning of the word "apparent" is that something is clearly visible or understood.
Etymology of apparent
The word "apparent" originates from the Latin "apparentem", which is the accusative singular of "apparens", meaning "visible, manifest", and is derived from "apparere", meaning "to appear".
Synonyms
obvious
evident
clear
plain
manifest
palpable
visible
noticeable
conspicuous
striking
blatant
overt
transparent
unmistakable
undeniable
self-evident
axiomatic
undeniable
incontrovertible
indisputable
unambiguous
lucid
perspicuous
patent
discernible
perceptible
appreciable
tangible
material
substantial
pronounced
marked
distinctive
salient
prominent
conspicuous
glaring
flagrant
egregious
gross
explicit
apparent
seeming
ostensible
putative
presumed
supposed
alleged
purported
professed
avowed
admitted
acknowledged
recognized
confessed
granted
conceded
Definitions
- Clearly visible or understood
- * Able to be seen or noticed
- * Appearing as such, whether actually so or not
Usage Examples
- It was apparent that the company was in financial trouble
- * The apparent simplicity of the design belied its complexity
- * The benefits of the new policy are already apparent
Antonyms
unclear
obscure
vague
ambiguous
uncertain
indistinct
inconspicuous
unobvious
imperceptible
intangible
invisible
hidden
concealed
obscure
mysterious
enigmatic
puzzling
perplexing
incomprehensible
inexplicable
unapparent
unnoticeable
inconsequential
insignificant
trifling
negligible
faint
subtle
slight
impermanent
transient
ephemeral
fleeting