The difference between Apparent and Obvious

When used as adjectives, apparent means capable of being seen, or easily seen, whereas obvious means easily discovered, seen, or understood.

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  1. Apparent as an adjective:

    Capable of being seen, or easily seen; open to view; visible to the eye, eyely; within sight or view.

  2. Apparent as an adjective:

    Clear or manifest to the understanding; plain; evident; obvious; known; palpable; indubitable.

  3. Apparent as an adjective:

    Appearing to the eye or mind (distinguished from, but not necessarily opposed to, true or real); seeming.

  1. Obvious as an adjective:

    Easily discovered, seen, or understood; self-explanatory.

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