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Obviously vs Oblivious - What's the difference?

obviously | oblivious |

As an adverb obviously

is in a obvious manner; clearly apparent.

As an adjective oblivious is

(usually followed by to or of) Lacking awareness; unmindful; unaware, unconscious of.

obviously

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a obvious manner; clearly apparent.
  • *{{quote-book, year=1963, author=(Margery Allingham), title=(The China Governess)
    • , chapter=8 citation , passage=It was a casual sneer, obviously one of a long line. There was hatred behind it, but of a quiet, chronic type, nothing new or unduly virulent, and he was taken aback by the flicker of amazed incredulity that passed over the younger man's ravaged face.}}

    Synonyms

    * (in an obvious manner) apparently, clearly, evidently, manifestly

    oblivious

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • (usually followed by to'' or ''of ) Lacking awareness; unmindful; unaware, unconscious of.
  • Failing to remember; forgetful.

    • Related terms

    * oblivion * oblivious transfer