Synonyms of evidence

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noun

ˈe-və-dən(t)s 

as in proof

something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim

do you have any evidence that this bike is yours?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• proof
• testimony
• documentation
• testament
• witness
• testimonial
• confirmation
• validation
• corroboration
• document
• substantiation
• attestation
• voucher
• (the) goods
• demonstration
• certificate
• identification
• exhibit
• manifestation
• verification
• illustration
• authentication

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rebuttal
• refutation
• allegation
• accusation
• disproof
• charge
• assumption
• presumption
• suspicion
• conjecture
• guess
• surmise

evidence

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verb

as in to document

Synonyms & Similar Words

• document
• prove
• support
• sustain
• uphold
• bear out
• show
• demonstrate
• establish
• attest
• substantiate
• authenticate
• justify
• confirm
• verify
• validate
• corroborate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disprove
• refute
• invalidate
• discredit
• rebut
• confute

Synonym Chooser

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

Some common synonyms of evidence are demonstrate, evince, manifest, and show. While all these words mean "to reveal outwardly or make apparent," evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something.

a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service

When can demonstrate be used instead of evidence?

While the synonyms demonstrate and evidence are close in meaning, demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling.

demonstrated their approval by loud applause

When is evince a more appropriate choice than evidence?

In some situations, the words evince and evidence are roughly equivalent. However, evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs.

evinced not the slightest fear

When is it sensible to use manifest instead of evidence?

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

manifested musical ability at an early age

In what contexts can show take the place of evidence?

The words show and evidence can be used in similar contexts, but 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

Recent Examples of evidence

Noun

There is no evidence that the American public is at risk. —Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025

The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers corroborating evidence: hiring in professional and business services at a 15-year low. —Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025

Verb

While the Thunder were excellent offensively in Game 2 (as evidenced by their offensive rating of 126), their defense might have been even more impressive. —Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025

The Manner, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Courtesy of World of Hyatt Creative talent and ingenuity permeate the boroughs of New York City, shaping everything from food and design to hospitality—as evidenced by The Manner, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. —World Of Hyatt, AFAR Media, 10 June 2025