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How is the word evince different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of evince are demonstrate, evidence, manifest, and show. While all these words mean "to reveal outwardly or make apparent," evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs.

evinced not the slightest fear

In what contexts can demonstrate take the place of evince?

The words demonstrate and evince can be used in similar contexts, but demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling.

demonstrated their approval by loud applause

When would evidence be a good substitute for evince?

Although the words evidence and evince have much in common, evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something.

a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service

When can manifest be used instead of evince?

The words manifest and evince are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, manifest implies a plainer, more immediate revelation.

manifested musical ability at an early age

When is it sensible to use show instead of evince?

The meanings of show and evince largely overlap; however, 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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of evince By contrast, Spencer evinced bad political instincts. Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 26 Aug. 2025 No matter how dark the subject might be, his works evince a deep faith in humanity. Literary Hub, 18 Aug. 2025 And so the same grinder might evince austerity at one grind level, and sweetness at another. Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 13 Aug. 2025 Co-produced by Monroe and engineer/producer Gena Johnson, this project further evinces Monroe’s vulnerable songwriting and free-spirited innovation. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for evince
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evince
Verb
  • While pricing hasn’t been revealed, the company plans to release it later this year in partnership with Asus, Boxx, Dell, HP, and Supermicro.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2025
  • In the film, Zenovich attempts to bring viewers into Chase’s inner world through interviews with his family, friends and co-stars, revealing what is beneath the surface of his bravado.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The twins displayed just how different their styles on the red carpet, but still agreed that leather footwear was the way to go for the event.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
  • The 82-mile loop travels along lava fields, forests, rivers, waterfalls, and displays mountain views of six Cascade peaks.
    Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Mooresville spent $300,000 on drones for its police department this year, plus $20,250 in sales tax, records show.
    Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Released hostages later reported seeing him alive, and in May 2025 Hamas released a video showing him alongside fellow hostage Elkana Buchbut.
    Itay Stern, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Barbabella wrote in April that after conducting a comprehensive diagnostic, laboratory testing, consultations with 14 specialty consultants, the president demonstrated no abnormalities aside from minor sun damage, recommending a colonoscopy in 2027.
    Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 11 Oct. 2025
  • These artifacts further suggest a ritual use, and the entire complex demonstrates the integration of cosmology, agriculture, and worship in ancient Mesopotamian societies.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Our faces betray the disappointment of discovering the empty trap.
    Ganesh Marín, The Dial, 7 Oct. 2025
  • But music criticism aside, some fans feel betrayed by the album — and not just by the lyrics.
    Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025

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“Evince.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evince. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.

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