evident

American  

[ev-i-duhnt] / ˈɛv ɪ dənt /

adjective

1. plain or clear to the sight or understanding.

   His frown made it evident to all that he was displeased.

   It was evident that the project was a total failure.

   Synonyms:

   unmistakable, patent, palpable, manifest, obvious

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evident British  

/ ˈɛvɪdənt /

adjective

1. easy to see or understand; readily apparent

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Related Words

See apparent.

Other Word Forms

• evidentness noun
• nonevident adjective
• preevident adjective
• preevidently adverb
• superevident adjective
• superevidently adverb

Etymology

Origin of evident

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Latin ēvident-, stem of ēvidēns “clear, perceptible,” literally, “seeing out,” from ē- e- ¹ + stem of vidēns “seeing,” present participle of vidēre “to see”; video

Example Sentences

That wariness was also evident in the tankan, which showed that large manufacturers’ confidence in their business prospects for the three months ahead declined to +14.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Emirates’ new posture is most evident in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz—a lifeline for its energy exports, shipping business and food.

From The Wall Street Journal

Her once well-muscled frame is long gone, as evident by the way her clothes hang on her bony hips and shoulders.

From Literature

He and the other three decedents were Mexican nationals, prompting the Mexican government to demand an immediate review of the facility, pointing to “serious omissions and evident deficiencies” in medical care.

From Los Angeles Times

Given subdued auto and EV sales in China in January and February, Nomura expects BYD may see more evident business improvement starting in the second quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• conspicuous
• indisputable
• noticeable
• obvious
• palpable
• unmistakable
• visible