Basic Details
Word: Apparent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Clearly seen or understood; obvious.
Synonyms: Obvious, evident, clear, distinct
Antonyms: Unclear, hidden, subtle, ambiguous
Idioms and Phrases
- Apparent reason: A reason that seems clear but may not be the actual reason. Example: "His apparent reason for leaving early was the weather, but we suspected something else."
- Apparent success: Success that looks real but may not be genuine. Example: "Her apparent success in the project was questioned by her team."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The apparent lack of preparation for the spelling bee surprised all the teachers.
Example 2: It was apparent that the child was excited to start her new school.
Example 3: The apparent differences in their art styles made the gallery exhibit even more interesting.
Fun Fact
The word "apparent" comes from the Latin word "appare," which means "to come into sight or to appear." It's been used in the English language since the Middle Ages.
Famous Quote
"What we see depends mainly on what we look for." John Lubbock
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "apparent" mean?
a) Hidden
b) Clearly seen
c) Difficult to understand
d) Unusual
Answer: b) Clearly seen
2. Which of these is a synonym of "apparent"?
a) Hidden
b) Obvious
c) Complex
d) Mysterious
Answer: b) Obvious
3. Which sentence uses "apparent" correctly?
a) It was apparent that he couldn't ride a bike at all.
b) She made an apparent mistake on the spelling test.
c) The apparent stars in the sky sang beautifully.
d) The fish swam apparent in the ocean.
Answer: a) It was apparent that he couldn't ride a bike at all.
4. Which idiom means something that seems clear?
a) Apparent reason
b) Under the weather
c) A breath of fresh air
d) Hit the nail on the head
Answer: a) Apparent reason
5. What is the opposite of "apparent"?
a) Clear
b) Obvious
c) Hidden
d) Bright
Answer: c) Hidden
