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obviously vs as obvious

Both 'obviously' and 'as obvious' are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. 'Obviously' is an adverb that is commonly used to indicate that something is easily understood or seen. On the other hand, 'as obvious' is used in comparisons to emphasize the clarity or simplicity of a situation.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 548 views

obviously

This is a commonly used adverb in English to indicate that something is easily understood or seen.

It is used to show that a fact or situation is clear or self-evident. It can be used at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence.

Examples:

  • Obviously, she was upset by the news.
  • The answer was obviously wrong.
  • He obviously didn't read the instructions.
  • She was obviously the best candidate for the job.
  • Obviously, we need to find a solution.
  • 5 days ago ... 2 : as is plainly evident Obviously, something is wrong. She obviously enjoys her work. Examples of obviously in a Sentence.
  • 3 days ago ... obviously | American Dictionary ... in a way that can be easily seen, recognized, or understood: They were obviously exhausted after the game.
  • ... up obviously in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Obviously may refer to: Obviously (album) by Lake Street Drive, 2021; "Obviously" (song) by McFly, 2004 ...

Alternatives:

  • clearly
  • evidently
  • plainly
  • undoubtedly
  • apparently

as obvious

This phrase is used in comparisons to emphasize the clarity or simplicity of a situation.

It is used to compare one situation to another, highlighting the clarity or simplicity of the former. It is often followed by a clause or explanation.

Examples:

  • The solution is as obvious as it seems.
  • The mistake was as obvious as daylight.
  • Her talent is as obvious as his.
  • The reason for his absence was as obvious as it could be.
  • The truth is as obvious as ever.
  • We should have known our mother would not be bound by anything as obvious as death.
  • Madam President, ladies and gentlemen, it seems odd in a way that this House should be debating something as obvious as protecting the city of Venice.
  • I think it's as obvious as the - deep azure which sparkles in my lady's eyes.
  • I mean, as obvious as you can get,
  • So it's really not as obvious as you think it is.
  • Is it something as obvious as that jealousy, which boils down into person, desire, impediment, is such a solid narrative foundation?
  • Our unreadiness to respond practically to disasters is as obvious now as it was then.
  • Sometimes it's as obvious as a freshly dug grave.
  • Mr President, it strikes me as obvious that we all wish to repudiate Saddam Hussein's detestable regime.
  • About as obvious as a black door on the side of my house.
  • And again, it doesn't come from what you might think of as obvious information.
  • These rights are not as obvious in every country in our world.
  • Our citizens see it as obvious that a better cooperation and more similar rules should be built up.
  • But, I'm afraid, just as obvious.
  • Obviously, aviation and air traffic cause emissions, but it is just as obvious that they represent the future.
  • We're not all as obvious as you, my dear son.
  • But I'm afraid just as obvious.
  • However, it is also just as obvious that we need to learn from real situations and improve the service we give every time.
  • In this case, the Commission notes that SNCM's expert refers to the link between the mismanagement and the stated asset shortfall as obvious.
  • I am concerned that a significant amount of poverty is not as obvious as it was decades ago but I am afraid it is just as real.

Alternatives:

  • just as clear
  • equally evident
  • as apparent
  • as self-evident
  • as transparent

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