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adjective

ˈma-nə-ˌfest How to pronounce manifest (audio)
Definition of manifestnext
as in evident
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation despite his manifest lack of leadership skills, the shift supervisor managed to keep his position

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manifest

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verb

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as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs a frustration that is often manifested by a minor facial tic

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as in to embody
to represent in visible form graduates of the military academies manifest, we hope, the best that this country has to offer

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manifest

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noun

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as in index

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as in loading

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How does the adjective manifest contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of manifest are apparent, clear, distinct, evident, obvious, patent, and plain. While all these words mean "readily perceived or apprehended," manifest implies an external display so evident that little or no inference is required.

manifest hostility

How do apparent and evident relate to one another, in the sense of manifest?

Apparent is very close to evident except that it may imply more conscious exercise of inference.

for no apparent reason

When could clear be used to replace manifest?

The words clear and manifest can be used in similar contexts, but clear implies an absence of anything that confuses the mind or obscures the pattern.

a clear explanation

In what contexts can distinct take the place of manifest?

The meanings of distinct and manifest largely overlap; however, distinct implies such sharpness of outline or definition that no unusual effort to see or hear or comprehend is required.

a distinct refusal

When might evident be a better fit than manifest?

While in some cases nearly identical to manifest, evident implies presence of visible signs that lead one to a definite conclusion.

an evident fondness for sweets

Where would obvious be a reasonable alternative to manifest?

While the synonyms obvious and manifest are close in meaning, obvious implies such ease in discovering that it often suggests conspicuousness or little need for perspicacity in the observer.

the obvious solution

When can patent be used instead of manifest?

The words patent and manifest are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, patent applies to a cause, effect, or significant feature that is clear and unmistakable once attention has been directed to it.

patent defects

When is plain a more appropriate choice than manifest?

Although the words plain and manifest have much in common, plain suggests lack of intricacy, complexity, or elaboration.

her feelings about him are plain

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Recent Examples of manifest
Adjective
Another standout aspect of Vertex is its advanced prompt engineering capabilities, which are now manifest in the company’s other toolsets, for example Agentspace. —Jason Andersen, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025 The red state denial of fiscal responsibility is manifest today as misguided voices champion the economic virtues of red states. —Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and Stephen Henriques, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
Most pregnant people are warned about the risks of preeclampsia during pregnancy, which typically manifests as swelling in hands, feet, and face, and can result in premature birth for the baby and even stroke or kidney failure for the person giving birth if not properly treated. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025 Each time the group performs, new possibilities manifest. —Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
Those aboard the plane included an American national, a French national and two minors, Reuters reported, citing the flight manifest shown by local media. —Bonny Chu, Fox News, 18 Mar. 2025 Other names on the manifest include Mia Goth, Elliot Page, Samantha Morton, Benny Safdie and Cosmo Jarvis, among others. —Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manifest
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifest
  1. evident
  2. reveal
  3. embody
  4. index
  5. loading
  6. apparent
  7. display
  8. express
Adjective
  • On top of the drama, the Kings front office and ownership has assembled a roster that lacks defense on the wings, evident by the struggles to defend the 3-point line, and a true point guard.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 15 Mar. 2025
  • How strongly consumers feel that online higher education should cost less than the in-person kind was evident in lawsuits brought against schools that continued to charge full tuition even after going remote during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    — Jon Marcus, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of evident
Verb
  • Gen Zer Returning From 10-Week Trip Shocked At What ‘Horrific’ Rib Pain Was By Jack Beresford Senior Life and Trends Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 A woman has revealed how a sudden pain in her ribs while in college led to a life-changing discovery.
    — John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Harry has Kiko take a look at the crate's contents, which are now revealed to us in all their gory glory.
    — Matt Cabral, EW.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Definition of reveal
Verb
  • Biden was forced to embody his party's failures, but received no credit for his policy successes.
    — Justin Peck / Made by History, TIME, 14 Mar. 2025
  • No visit to Seoul is complete without diving into its culinary culture, and nothing embodies Korean cuisine more than kimchi.
    — Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of embody
Noun
  • Tehran's stock market also responded positively to the diplomatic developments, with the main index gaining 62,000 points or more than two percent.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Broader market indices — like the S&P 500, which is down 8.6% since the start of the year — have flirted with bear market territory, lending to concerns of a recession in the year ahead.
    — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Definition of index
Noun
  • The trick floor conceals a 5-foot-long (1.5-m) slide-out tray for easier tailgate loading and unpacking.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Amazon and other customers use it in warehouses for repetitive tasks such as loading and unloading totes.
    — Loren Elliott, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
Definition of loading
Adjective
  • To a casual observer, the difference between o1 and o1-pro might not be immediately apparent, yet the performance gap in business tasks can be substantial.
    — Andrew Filev, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • That was apparent during their weekend series at Progressive Field against the reigning American League Central champion Guardians.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of apparent
Verb
  • Police allege Balmer broke into the southern wing of the residence, entering a room often used to entertain crowds and display art, and set a fire using a homemade incendiary device.
    — Marc Levy, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Dedicated to the suspension of time, the booth displayed vignettes portraying urban landscapes, creating a sense of calmness in a dynamic setting.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of display
Verb
  • After catching wind of Rock’s new love interest, Saffold took to social media to weigh in on the pairing, beginning her comments with what some took as a hint of shade before appearing to express her approval of Rock dating Newton.
    — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of TIME editors.
    — Made by History, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
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