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

The exposure obviously scares him, but not enough to stop him from filming his next scene, where he’s been tasked with breaking in newcomer Cami Soul. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026

These lightweight yet still creamy liquid formulas brighten instead of masking, making dark circles and discoloration appear softer without looking obviously covered. — Marci Robin, Allure, 13 Aug. 2026

Essentially, that she was only assessed a harsher foul because of her race, and obviously, Cunningham's. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026

There’s obviously a different approach here too between Peter Parker and Logan. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026