obvious

Everyday

1. Easy to see, notice or understand; clear to everyone. tree →
2. Too easy or expected; not clever (an obvious joke). tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life: "It's obvious she is happy." In maths, teachers warn: the obvious answer is not always right — check your working. Phrases: it's obvious that, state the obvious, the obvious choice.

Examples

• It's obvious that the dog wants a walk. tree →
• The answer seemed obvious, but it was wrong. tree →
• There was an obvious crack in the glass. tree →
• He's the obvious choice for team captain. tree →
• Sorry to state the obvious, but it's raining. tree →
• The mistake was obvious once I checked it. tree →

Note

Spelling: o-b-v-i-o-u-s, ending in -ious. Adverb: obviously. Similar: clear, plain, evident. Trap in maths: an "obvious" quick answer to a trick question is often wrong, so read carefully.

In Jewish tradition

In everyday life: "It's obvious she is happy." In maths, teachers warn: the obvious answer is not always right — check your working. Phrases: it's obvious that, state the obvious, the obvious choice.

Examples

• with the exception of the word תהו because it is obvious from "Yezirah," Chap. (Sefer Yetzirah, Kalisch 1877) tree →

Note

Spelling: o-b-v-i-o-u-s, ending in -ious. Adverb: obviously. Similar: clear, plain, evident. Trap in maths: an "obvious" quick answer to a trick question is often wrong, so read carefully.