overt
/oʊˈvɜːrt/
o · vert
oʊ · ˈvɜːrt
English Definition
adj. open, not secret
Significado en Español
abierto, evidente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
công khai, rõ ràng
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Example Sentence
There was overt hostility at the meeting.
会议上充满了公开敌意。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
overt(obvious)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to: overt.
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A
hidden
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B
obvious
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C
mysterious
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D
covert
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B — obvious.
“overt” means adj. open, not secret
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Unlike his hidden plans, this was a clearly ______ attempt to seize control.
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A
secret
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B
overt
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C
hidden
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D
disguised
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B — overt.
“overt” means adj. open, not secret
Common questions about “overt”
What does “overt” mean?
overt — adj. open, not secret. In Chinese: 公开的，明显的.
How do you pronounce “overt”?
overt is pronounced /oʊˈvɜːrt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: o · vert.
How do you use “overt” in a sentence?
There was overt hostility at the meeting. (会议上充满了公开敌意。)
What are synonyms for “overt”?
obvious, open — all close in meaning to overt (adj. open, not secret).
Is “overt” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. overt appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “overt”?
overt(obvious)
