P)rofound G)rasp of the O)bvious
Term to describe the act of offering an opinion or observation that almost everyone already knows. Typically delivered in a smug, amused, and/or wry tone of voice ... or with a smiley face appended.
Example:
Documentation is a huge problem in software.
Equivalent phrases:
- "No kidding!"
- "So what else is new?"
Origin:
Unknown. Originally encountered by author of this wiki article as a family joke about a family member.