CEFR C1

obviousness

noun

Meaning

The state or quality of being easily seen, understood, or recognized; plainness or clarity.

Examples

The sheer obviousness of the answer surprised even the most experienced detectives.
Despite the obviousness of the warning signs, many people ignored them.

Synonyms: clarity, plainness, self-evidence, transparency

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obviousness (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɒbviəsnəs/

Definition

The state or quality of being easily seen, understood, or recognized; plainness or clarity.

Examples

The sheer obviousness of the answer surprised even the most experienced detectives.
Despite the obviousness of the warning signs, many people ignored them.
Her argument gained strength from the undeniable obviousness of the facts she presented.

How to Use obviousness

the obviousness of something (collocation): the clear and evident nature of a particular thing — "The obviousness of the mistake was painful for the team to admit."

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