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Evident

/ˈɛvɪdənt/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

    "It was evident that she had put a lot of effort into her presentation."
  2. 2

    Capable of being seen or understood; apparent.

    "The evident joy on his face was contagious."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'evident' originates from the Latin 'evidens', meaning 'clear, obvious', which is derived from 'evidere', meaning 'to see clearly'. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, reflecting a shift towards a more analytical approach to clarity and perception.

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