🔍evidence

noun
/ˈɛv.ɪ.dəns/

Meaning

facts or information that show whether something is true or not
the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true

Example Sentences

The lawyer presented new evidence in court.

The detective found crucial evidence that solved the mysterious case.

Example Expressions

hard evidence

Synonyms

proof, testimony, confirmation, validation, indication, documentation
Entry 1
proof, testimony, confirmation, validation, indication
Entry 2
proof, testimony, confirmation, documentation

Antonyms

denial, contradiction, disproof, doubt, uncertainty, speculation, assumption
Entry 1
denial, contradiction, disproof
Entry 2
doubt, uncertainty, speculation, assumption

Collocations

present evidence, gather evidence, strong evidence, lack of evidence, clear evidence, evidence suggests
Entry 1
present evidence, gather evidence, strong evidence, lack of evidence
Entry 2
strong evidence, clear evidence, evidence suggests

More Example Sentences

They attempted to examine the evidence carefully.

I don't accept that because there is no evidence.

Without data and evidence, this claim is not acceptable.

To counter the opposing argument, we need to be evidence-based.

Public health policy should be based on evidence-based decision making.

I would prefer all communication to be in writing so that I have evidence.

I have evidence that this product was damaged due to a manufacturing defect.

I own property in my home country, which serves as evidence of my strong ties.

I have gathered all the information and evidence for discussion with the manager.

I have photographic and video evidence of the product defect, which I can submit if required.

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