I think they might be synonyms. Finding the obvious could be considered the pinnacle of insight. Of course, once it is found, it is obvious, but until someone says it, it may not be.<p>I agree that finding the obvious should not entitle you to &quot;own&quot; it or allow you to prevent others from using the insight.<p>Anyone who does claim that (e.g. Apple) should be ridiculed mercilessly for it.