A. Insincere
B. Fatherly
C. Morbid
D. Obvious

Explanation:

The word patent (as an adjective) means clear, evident, or obvious to everyone.

In simple words: easy to notice or understand.

So, the synonym of patent is obvious.

Real-Life Example

• It was patent that he was upset.
• It was obvious that he was upset.

Clearly seen = Patent

Main Points for Exams

• Patent (adjective) means obvious or evident.
• Obvious is its correct synonym.
• Do not confuse it with patent (noun), which means a legal right for an invention.
• Therefore, Option D is correct.
• Common in PPSC, FPSC, CSS, PMS, NTS, IELTS, TOEFL exams.

Quick Memory Trick

👀 Patent = Clearly Visible
💡 Obvious = Same Meaning

Hidden ↔ Patent
Patent ↔ Obvious ✔️