Homonym: Apparent (Obvious)
The term "apparent" refers to something that is clearly visible or understood. It describes a situation or quality that seems obvious or evident to observers. For example, if a person is smiling, it is apparent that they are happy.
In scientific contexts, "apparent" can also describe measurements that are influenced by external factors. For instance, the apparent magnitude of a star is how bright it appears from Earth, which can differ from its actual brightness due to distance and other variables.