manifest

evident, manifest, patent, distinct, obvious, apparent, plain, clear mean readily perceived or apprehended. evident implies presence of visible signs that lead one to a definite conclusion.

• • an evident fondness for sweets

manifest implies an external display so evident that little or no inference is required.

• • manifest hostility

patent applies to a cause, effect, or significant feature that is clear and unmistakable once attention has been directed to it.

• • patent defects

distinct implies such sharpness of outline or definition that no unusual effort to see or hear or comprehend is required.

• • a distinct refusal

obvious implies such ease in discovering that it often suggests conspicuousness or little need for perspicacity in the observer.

• • the obvious solution

apparent is very close to evident except that it may imply more conscious exercise of inference.

• • for no apparent reason

plain suggests lack of intricacy, complexity, or elaboration.

• • her feelings about him are plain

clear implies an absence of anything that confuses the mind or obscures the pattern.

• • a clear explanation

show, manifest, evidence, evince, demonstrate mean to reveal outwardly or make apparent. show is the general term but sometimes implies that what is revealed must be gained by inference from acts, looks, or words.

• • careful not to show his true feelings

manifest implies a plainer, more immediate revelation.

• • manifested musical ability at an early age

evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something.

• • a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service

evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs.

• • evinced not the slightest fear

demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling.

• • demonstrated their approval by loud applause