Offensichtlich
Example: Es ist offensichtlich, dass die Wahrheit oft komplexer ist.
Definition
"Offensichtlich" is a German adjective used to describe something that is clearly apparent or evident without any doubt, especially in philosophical contexts where a truth or fact is immediately understandable or self-evident, as in the phrase 'Es ist offensichtlich, dass die Wahrheit oft komplexer ist.'
Etymology
The word "offensichtlich" comes from the Middle High German 'offensichtlich,' combining 'offen' meaning 'open' and 'sichtlich' meaning 'visible' or 'apparent.' Did you know? It literally translates to 'openly visible,' which perfectly matches its meaning of something clearly evident or obvious.
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