evince

verb

i-ˈvin(t)s 

evinced; evincing

transitive verb

1

: to constitute outward evidence of

2

: to display clearly : reveal

evincible

i-ˈvin(t)-sə-bəl 

adjective

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A good explanation evinces a willingness to report facts, and we aim to do just that here. To evince something is to show it clearly; the thing evinced is typically an intangible, such as an attitude or intent. Before the current use of evince was established in the late 18th century, the word could mean "to conquer or subdue" and "to convince or conclusively refute," both meanings evincing a link to the word's Latin ancestry: the verb evincere, means "to vanquish" or "to win a point." It comes from another Latin verb, vincere, meaning "to conquer." That word counts among its offspring convince, invincible, vanquish, and victory.

Synonyms

• bespeak
• betray
• communicate
• declare
• demonstrate
• display
• expose
• give away
• manifest
• reveal
• show

Choose the Right Synonym for evince

show, manifest, evidence, evince, demonstrate mean to reveal outwardly or make apparent.

show is the general term but sometimes implies that what is revealed must be gained by inference from acts, looks, or words.

careful not to show his true feelings

manifest implies a plainer, more immediate revelation.

manifested musical ability at an early age

evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something.

a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service

evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs.

evinced not the slightest fear

demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling.

demonstrated their approval by loud applause

Examples of evince in a Sentence

She evinced an interest in art at an early age.

Recent Examples on the Web

Elliot’s mother had a bit of the hoarding tendencies evinced by his lead character, who grew up with a cleft palate. —Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2024

At the same time, Lie, in the equally strong but less showy part, evinces great empathy. —Alissa Simon, Variety, 9 Sep. 2024

Today, much of the environmental movement continues to evince such alarmism and, consequently, is unable to prioritize. —Frances Beinecke, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2012

Ricardo José Rivera evinced star quality as Norcesto, his chest voice resonant and his high notes brilliant. —Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin evincere to vanquish, win a point, from e- + vincere to conquer — more at victor

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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Kids Definition

evince

verb

i-ˈvin(t)s 

evinced; evincing

: to give evidence of : show clearly

evinced an interest in music at an early age