The difference between Evident and Obvious

When used as adjectives, evident means obviously true by simple observation, whereas obvious means easily discovered, seen, or understood.


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  1. Evident as an adjective:

    Obviously true by simple observation.

    Examples:

    "It was evident she was angry, after she slammed the door."

  1. Obvious as an adjective:

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