easy
The answer became obvious after the hint.
What does Obvious mean?
Obvious means easy to notice or understand.
Dictionary definition
Easy to see, notice, or understand.
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Obvious in a sentence
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It was obvious that the team had practiced.
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Not every theme is obvious, so readers look for clues.
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WordObvious.
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MeaningObvious means easy to notice or understand.
ExampleExample: The answer became obvious after the hint.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ob · vee · us
- Strongest beat
- ob
- Ending
- us
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ob.
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Obvious word family
Base word
obvious
adverb
obviously
In a clear or easy-to-see way.
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Obvious means easy to notice or understand.
Common mix-up
Obvious is not the same as hidden. Obvious means obvious means easy to notice or understand.
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Read this model sentence: It was obvious that the team had practiced. Clue words: that, team, practiced. Underline clue words that show why obvious fits instead of hidden. Now write one new sentence that shows obvious without using the word obvious. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show obvious?
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