Obvious
/ˈɑːbviəs/noun
Easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident.
Did you know?The word 'obvious' stems from the Latin 'obvius', meaning 'in the way', hinting at how clarity can often obstruct deeper truths lurking beneath the surface.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
obvius
“In the way, encountering, accessible.”
Old French
Old French
obvie
“Evident, clear, in the way.”
Middle English
Middle English
obvios
“Apparent, easily seen.”
Modern English
English
obvious
“Clear to the understanding; evident.”