What is it when you state the obvious?

Definition of state the obvious : to tell people things they already know She accused me of stating the obvious.

What is it called when something is obvious?

Some common synonyms of obvious are apparent, clear, distinct, evident, manifest, patent, and plain. While all these words mean “readily perceived or apprehended,” obvious implies such ease in discovering that it often suggests conspicuousness or little need for perspicacity in the observer.

What is it called when you point out the obvious?

Stating the obvious is perhaps best stated as “self-evident.” For example, “A street is better than a little trail to connect those two large neighborhoods.” “That’s self-evident.”

Is the word obviously rude?

Obviously is a word people use when they are sure of something and sure that it’s plainly clear to others. People also use this word when they’re being mean or sarcastic. If you didn’t know who walked on the moon, a friend might say, “Obviously, it was Neil Armstrong!”

What are the characteristics of obvious?

obvious

• easy to see or understand; evident.
• exhibiting motives, feelings, intentions, etc., clearly or without subtlety.
• naive or unsubtle. the play was rather obvious.
• Obsolete being or standing in the way.

Why do some people state the obvious and others don’t?

Because not everyone always “gets it.” Some people state the obvious because they are oblivious to the fact that what they are stating is obvious to everyone else. Others state the obvious because they realize that while whatever they are stating should be obvious to everyone, maybe there is someone in the room who appears clueless.

Why do some people think they are saying the obvious?

Hilariously, because sometimes they don’t understand what they’re actually saying. In stating the obvious they think they’re saying something other people don’t understand. The irony is delicious. Here is an example I saw plastered on the side of a bus today. It made me groan. Good lord.

Why do some people state the obvious to get attention?

They state the obvious to people who already know. They are merely trying to impress people. And it makes them feel good just to get someone to agree with them. They also feel good to know that they have contributed something to the conversation. These hungry for attention people will become you if you let them.

Why do people say “stating the obvious” in an essay?

So ”stating the obvious” can be a useful deterrent for interpretations that may deviate too much from the intended message, though the wording gets convoluted and bloated in the process, sometimes it’s a healthy practice to avoid poo-throwing responses.