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  1. adverb. uk / ˈɒb.vi.əs.li / us / ˈɑːb.vi.əs.li / Add to word list. B1. in a way that is easy to understand or see: He was in tears and obviously very upset. Obviously the school cannot function without teachers. Synonyms. clearly (CERTAIN) manifestly formal. patently. plainly. Fewer examples.

  2. Synonyms for OBVIOUSLY: clearly, visibly, evidently, distinctly, apparently, manifestly, seemingly, patently; Antonyms of OBVIOUSLY: secretly, privately, furtively, secretively.

  3. 3 meanings: 1. in a way that is easy to see or understand; evidently 2. without subtlety 3. it is obvious that; clearly.... Click for more definitions.

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  5. ob·vi·ous. (ŏb′vē-əs) adj. 1. Easily perceived or understood; apparent. See Synonyms at apparent. 2. Easily seen through because of a lack of subtlety; transparent: an obvious political ploy that fooled no one.

  6. clearly (CERTAIN) manifestly formal. patently. plainly. Fewer examples. She's obviously very intelligent, but her lectures are rough going. You obviously didn't read the instructions properly. There was obviously a great physical attraction between them. You've obviously put a lot of work in on your garden.

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  8. Obviously is a word people use when they are sure of something and sure that it's plainly clear to others. When you get presents on your birthday, you're obviously happy. Dogs obviously like to chase squirrels. The sky is obviously blue. People also use this word when they're being mean or sarcastic.