the obvious

noun

: something that is easy to understand or recognize

You are stating the obvious. Tell me something I don't already know.

Try to look beyond the obvious.

Examples of the obvious in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With Buffett’s departure from the stage, the obvious question is whether anyone else could replace him as the world’s most famous value investor. — Josh Funk, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026

The film’s feminist commentary feels dated and obvious, especially in regards to the obvious sexism of the Catholic church and its teachings on gender relations. — Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

Based on audience size, the larger creator looked like the obvious choice. — Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Toso said the interest helped inspire byFood to launch a Japanese convenience-store tour built to walk travelers past the obvious viral picks. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026