Apparent
Apparent adjective - Not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation.
Usage example: it's apparent from the smile on her face that she got a part in the play
Nearby Word: apparently
Nebulous
Nebulous adjective - Having an often intentionally veiled or uncertain meaning.
Both words in one sentence
- Nebulous Evil Organisation A vast, deep-pocketed machine with one apparent goal: The proliferation of evil across the globe, maybe with some personal profit on the side.
Source: Action/Adventure Tropes
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