easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident

an obvious advantage.

lacking in subtlety.

Obsolete . being or standing in the way.

adjective

ambiguous , indefinite , obscure , unclear , vague

adjective

accessible , barefaced , bright , clear , clear as a bell , conclusive , conspicuous , discernible , distinct , distinguishable , evident , explicit , exposed , glaring , indisputable , in evidence , lucid , manifest , noticeable , observable , open , overt , palpable , patent , perceivable , perceptible , plain , precise , prominent , pronounced , public , recognizable , self-evident , self-explanatory , standing out , straightforward , transparent , unconcealed , undeniable , undisguised , unmistakable , unsubtle , visiblenotes:oblivious means lacking all memory or lacking active conscious awareness or knowledge , while obvious means easily perceived or understood , clear-cut , crystal clear , visible , broad , apparent , axiomatic , blatant , clearly , egregious , flagrant , gross , literal , open and shut , patently , plainly , salient , self explanatory , superficial , trivial , unambiguous , unequivocal