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apparent

[uh-pair-uhnt, uh-par-] / əˈpɛər ənt, əˈpær- /
ADJECTIVE
seeming, not proven real
Synonyms
STRONGEST
possible probable supposed
WEAK
credible illusive illusory likely ostensible outward plausible semblant specious superficial suppositious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unlikely
WEAK
doubtful dubious equivocal hidden improbable obscure questionable real uncertain unclear
ADJECTIVE
obvious
Synonyms
STRONGEST
clear conspicuous discernible evident glaring noticeable overt palpable understandable unmistakable visible
WEAK
barefaced big as life clear cut crystal clear distinct indubitable make no bones manifest marked observable open open and shut out in the open patent perceivable plain self-evident transparent unambiguous under one's nose unequivocal
Antonyms
STRONGEST
concealed dark dull hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured secret uncertain unclear unintelligible unknown unnoticeable unsure vague
WEAK
doubtful dubious equivocal improbable questionable real unlikely

Example Sentences

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“But it is apparent to me that markets aren’t worried about that right now.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

It was later sent into a group chat and the importance of the 200 million year old fossil began to become apparent.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The extent of the Combs-related sales should be apparent in Berkshire’s 13-F report detailing its individual equity holdings, which is due around May 15.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Which means that despite Adl’s apparent safety, this is not just a good-news story, but a great-news story.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

In White’s desperation to get Hale, he’d committed the ultimate sin of an evidence man and believed, despite apparent contradictions, what he wanted to believe.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann

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