Synonyms of obviously

obviously

adverb

as in clearly

in a way that is easily noticed by an outside observer

From the look on his face, he was obviously thrilled with the news.

Related Words

• clearly
• visibly
• evidently
• distinctly
• apparently
• manifestly
• seemingly
• patently
• noticeably
• positively
• surely
• markedly
• supposedly
• plainly
• palpably
• self-evidently
• ostensibly
• presumably
• appreciably
• discernibly
• outwardly
• externally
• ostensively
• putatively
• assuredly
• credibly
• believably

Dissimilar Words

• secretly
• privately
• furtively
• secretively

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of obviously

Dolce & Gabbana obviously got there first and have been working with the soccer celebrity for some years now. — Dylan Jones, Robb Report, 16 July 2026

Until very recently, this sycophancy would have been obviously disqualifying for the role. — Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026

There’s obviously pressure on Glenn to improve the Jets this season. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 16 July 2026

The biggest loss is obviously Valeri Nichushkin and Jaden Schwartz is a sizeable downgrade. — Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 16 July 2026