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Apparent

/əˈpær.ənt/adjective
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Apparent describes something that seems true or obvious based on initial observation or evidence, but may not hold up under closer scrutiny. In everyday and scientific contexts, it highlights the gap between surface appearances and deeper realities, often serving as a caution against jumping to conclusions in fields like physics or psychology.

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