opplagt

Opplagt is a Norwegian adjective formed from opp- meaning up or out and lagt meaning laid, and it functions as the past participle of a historical verb associated with laying out or presenting something. In modern usage, opplagt is relatively rare and is most often found in literary, historical, or regional texts rather than in everyday speech.

The primary senses of opplagt are both literal and figurative. Literally, it can describe something that has been laid out, arranged, or presented for inspection, preparation, or use. Figuratively, it can indicate that something is evident or obvious, though in contemporary Norwegian this sense is more commonly expressed with words such as åpenbar or tydelig. In many current contexts, opplagt as a marker of obviousness is considered archaic or stylistic rather than a standard everyday term.

Usage and varieties. Opplagt appears in both Bokmål and Nynorsk contexts, but its use is uneven and often confined to older writings or regional varieties. Because it is not a common colloquial word, translators and writers usually opt for more widely understood synonyms when aiming for contemporary clarity.

Etymology and related terms. The word reflects a semantic core tied to the idea of laying something out or presenting it for consideration. Related terms for expressing visibility or clarity include åpenbar, tydelig, and innlysende.

See also: Norwegian language, Norwegian orthography, adjectives in Norwegian, linguistic registers.