Obvious
Obvious adjective - Very noticeable especially for being incorrect or bad.
Usage example: obvious errors in the book that the editor or proofreader should have caught
Salient is a synonym for obvious in clear topic. In some cases you can use "Salient" instead an adjective "Obvious", when it comes to topics like conspicuous.
Nearby Words: obviously, obviousness
Salient
Salient adjective - Having a quality that thrusts itself into attention.
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Synonyms for Salient
Obvious is a synonym for salient in conspicuous topic. You can use "Obvious" instead an adjective "Salient", if it concerns topics such as noticeable, important.
Nearby Word: salience
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However, there is no obvious precedence among the factions, and the in-game quotes from the faction leaders have each one making some perfectly salient points and some... less so.
Source: Straw Character -
Not only does she swallow this obviously-bogus statement (in spite of Caitlin's obvious lack of mental faculties and a lack of salient details) and closes the case.
Source: Series / Sunset Beach
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