SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
apparent
adjective
Clearly visible or understandable; also seeming true although the reality may differ.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Clearly evident
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Usage distinction
Return to topPatent is formal; discernible only says something can be detected, not that it is obvious.
Seeming to be true
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Usage distinction
Return to topApparent in this sense leaves open whether the appearance matches reality.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See apparent in use
The apparent agreement disappeared when the members compared their written conditions.
The apparent simplicity of changing the event address faded when the editor found three older notices directing visitors elsewhere.
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