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- [self-ev-i-duh nt, self-]
- /sɛlf ˈe-və-dənt, -və-ˌdent/
- /self ˈev.ɪ.dənt/
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- [self-ev-i-duh nt, self-]
- /sɛlf ˈe-və-dənt, -və-ˌdent/
Definitions of self-evident word
- adjective self-evident evident in itself without proof or demonstration; axiomatic. 1
- adjective self-evident A fact or situation that is self-evident is so obvious that there is no need for proof or explanation. 0
- adjective self-evident containing its own evidence or proof without need of further demonstration 0
- adjective self-evident evident without need of proof or explanation 0
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Origin of self-evident
First appearance:
before 1665 One of the 47% oldest English words
First recorded in 1665-75
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Parts of speech for Self-evident
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
self-evident popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for self-evident
adj self-evident
- ascertainable — to find out definitely; learn with certainty or assurance; determine: to ascertain the facts.
- axiomatic — If something is axiomatic, it seems to be obviously true.
- cinched — a strong girth used on stock saddles, having a ring at each end to which a strap running from the saddle is secured.
- clear as a bell — (simile) totally clear: distinct and unmistakeable, as a bell's tone is clearly heard.
adjective self-evident
- apothegmatic — Relating to, or in the manner of, an apothegm; sententious; pithy.
- attestable — Able to be attested.
- evincible — Capable of being proved or clearly brought to light; demonstrable.
adverb self-evident
- obviously — easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident: an obvious advantage.
Top questions with self-evident
- which truths in the second paragraph are self-evident?
- what truths does jefferson consider self-evident?
- what self-evident truths does the declaration of independence mention?
- what unalienable rights are self-evident?
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