self-evidence

noun

Definition of self-evidencenext
as in obviousness

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  1. obviousness
  2. transparency
  3. clarity
Noun
  • Feminism-wise, Holzinger uses the obviousness of nudity to make fairly nuanced interventions.
    — Lauren Oyler, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • That’s the magic of cinema — the obviousness of showing someone in a setting, in a situation, that tells you something.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 15 May 2026
Definition of obviousness
Noun
  • Some parents said the closure has left them frustrated and seeking more transparency from city officials.
    — Abby Dodge, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The exhibition will be managed by a joint organizing committee with five members each from BTMA and BGMEA, which will ensure the strategic decisions and financial transparency of the exhibition.
    — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of transparency
Noun
  • Let collaboration add warmth, clarity, and momentum to what excites you.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The following is Johnson’s own words, lightly edited and shortened for clarity.
    — Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of clarity
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“Self-evidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-evidence. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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