Evident: meaning, definitions and examples

clearly seen or understood

Evident refers to something that is clearly seen or understood, obvious or apparent. It is something that is easily perceived or understood without doubt. Evident can also refer to something that is clearly proven or demonstrated.

apparent, clear, manifest, obvious, plain

Examples of usage

• It was evident that she was upset by the look on her face.

• The impact of climate change is evident in the melting glaciers.
• The success of the project was evident from the positive feedback received.

• His guilt was evident from the evidence presented in court.

• The lack of funding was evident in the deteriorating condition of the school.