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Evidence

Verb / ˈevʌdʌns / Another word for evidence — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that provides proof or support for something.

Synonyms & similar words

certify prove grounds manifest tell testify demonstrate show attest bearwitness proof confirmation testimony witness attestation corroboration exhibit indication sign clue data fact information observation record verification demonstration manifestation argument support

Synonyms by register

Formal

indication manifestation demonstration proof grounds

Informal

clue sign tip-off pointer hint

Literary

token testimony attestation

Antonyms

contradiction disproof refutation denial rebuttal counterevidence

Common collocations

  • gather evidence
  • collect evidence
  • present evidence
  • lack of evidence
  • circumstantial evidence
  • hard evidence
  • scientific evidence
  • corroborating evidence

Word family

noun evidence
verb evidence
adjective evident

Usage note

In legal contexts, 'evidence' is often used as an uncountable noun. Avoid using 'evidences' as a plural form.

Example sentences

  1. The fingerprints were evidence that he was at the crime scene.
  2. The DNA sample was used as evidence in the trial.
  3. The photos were clear evidence of the damage.
  4. The witness's testimony provided valuable evidence in the investigation.
  5. The police found evidence linking the suspect to the robbery.

Quotes

  • The absence of evidence is not the evidence of absence.
  • You can't convict a person on evidence that is inadmissible.
  • Evidence is the basis of everything. Without evidence, you don't have a case.

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