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obvious; show; eminent; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 17 examplesadjective
obvious; clear; easy to see
Used to describe facts, signs, or effects that are easily noticeable.
This problem is obvious and does not need too much discussion.
After taking one dose of medicine, the effect is not very obvious yet.
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His progress is obvious to all.
The harm of this matter is very obvious, and everyone is aware of it.
The outline of this mountain is very obvious in the night.
verb
to show; to display; to reveal
Used to describe showing one's abilities, skills, or a certain quality.
In this competition, the contestants showed their respective abilities.
He showed off his skills brilliantly by performing a wonderful magic show at the party.
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This activity allowed young people to show more creativity.
His smile revealed the joy in his heart.
In times of crisis, medical workers showed noble medical ethics.
adjective
eminent; powerful; influential
formalUsed to describe people, families, or forces with high social status and reputation.
His family is very eminent locally.
This eminent politician will soon visit our country.
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He became a wealthy and influential businessman through his own hard work.
This influential family controls the economic lifeline of the local area.
He is an eminent scholar in the academic community.
noun
surname Xian
Used as a Chinese family name.
Mr. Xian is a new colleague in our company.
I have a friend with the surname Xian, whose ancestral home is in Shandong.