Self-evident means so obvious or clear that it doesn’t need proof or explanation. For example, “The danger was self-evident” means the danger was immediately clear.

Quick meaning

  • Plain English: obvious, unmistakable, clear at first glance.
  • Formal use: something true “without proof or argument.”

Example

  • “It was self-evident that the room was too small for the crowd.”

Similar words

  • obvious
  • evident
  • apparent
  • undeniable

If you want, I can also give you simple example sentences or explain the difference between self-evident , obvious , and evident.