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apparent

Pronunciation: [əˈpɛrənt]

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Learn how to use apparent in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “visibility”

(adjective) when something is easy to see or understand. If you can notice something right away or if it seems clear, that's what we mean by apparent.

Example

Her happiness was apparent when she smiled brightly.

Example

It was not apparent that he was upset, as he kept a straight face.

Example

Is it apparent to everyone that we need to start the project soon?

Context: “understanding”

(adjective) when something seems true based on what you observe, but it might not be completely accurate. It looks one way at first glance, but there could be more to it.

Example

His apparent success made everyone admire him.

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The apparent ease of the task was misleading; it turned out to be quite difficult.

Example

Why is her apparent confidence surprising to those who know her well?

How to pronounce apparent

Pronunciation: [əˈpɛrənt]

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