obviously

adverb

Definition of obviouslynext
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.

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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 See All Example Sentences for obviously
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obviously
  1. clearly
  2. visibly
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  • With Cincinnati clearly swinging for the fences after an active offseason in hopes of maximizing quarterback Joe Burrow’s prime, Pitcher could receive an even larger spotlight.
    — Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • The true number of cases is in the thousands, clearly exceeding the country’s standard range of between 2,000 and 5,000 in recent years.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026
Definition of clearly
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  • But Khamenei has remained hidden from public view, neither addressing the nation directly nor visibly asserting his authority, even as officials negotiate or govern in his name.
    — Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • The man then approaches the stage, leaving Barrymore and Rapp visibly confused.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026
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