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ob·vi·ous

obvious

 
 
pronunciation:
ab vi s
part of speech: adjective
definition: When something is obvious, it is easy for anyone to see or understand.
Billy couldn't hide the purple grape juice stain on his shirt because it was very obvious.Charles thought the solution to the puzzle was going to be obvious, but it was more complicated than he expected.It's obvious that Amy likes Ben. Anyone can see that.
synonyms:
clear, plain
antonyms:
hidden
similar words:
bald, distinct
derivations: obviously (adv.), obviousness (n.)