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verb

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

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Recent Examples of evidence
Verb
In 2024, the Collin County Medical Examiner’s Office sent forensic evidence to Othram’s laboratory near Houston, where scientists used forensic-grade genome sequencing to build the woman’s genetic profile, officials said. Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025 Investigators later confirmed his DNA matched evidence from that case and others, including attacks in Okemos, Michigan, in 1994; Birmingham, Michigan, in 1995; and Columbus, Ohio, in 1997, as well as two assaults in Ventura in the early 1980s. Nour Rahal, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025 Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann lost a long-shot bid to have damning DNA evidence thrown out Wednesday, after a New York judge ruled that prosecutors can use the evidence against him at trial in a decision police expect to impact far more cases. Michael Ruiz , Jennifer Johnson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025 After about two hours of testimony from law enforcement officials, Lake County Judge Andrew Cook ruled that there was enough evidence to present the case to a grand jury, which will consider a formal indictment on the charges. Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for evidence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evidence
Noun
  • Lenovo NaturaSynth, unveiled Thursday at the IFA trade show in Berlin, is a proof-of-concept computer monitor that uses specialized hardware to filter out blue light.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Her 2010 meat dress—designed by Franc Fernandez and aptly titled Matambre—is proof, remaining one of the VMAs’ most unforgettable looks.
    Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Previews are underway for House of McQueen, an off-Broadway production opening on September 9 at The Mansion on Hudson Yards, that will document the life of designer Lee Alexander McQueen.
    Vogue Runway, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Although many websites offer certification for emotional support animals, they aren't required to be documented in an official registry, according to state and federal law.
    Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • During closing arguments, prosecutor Bronwyn Nayci emphasized how Ramos-Aviles abused children for years — recounting the girls’ testimonies.
    Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Clemishire and her family were among the crowd who filled the courtroom in Pawhuska on Thursday morning waiting to see whether the hearing would go forward with the first potential witness testimony in the case.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • There was no such good fortune this time in the Pacific Northwest as Washington proved to be too big, too fast and too good, coming in as a 35-point favorite and then unleashing a record performance.
    Joe Davidosn, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Ultimately, the Bundys and five others were acquitted of all charges after jurors said prosecutors failed to prove their intent.
    Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Engineers can offload repetitive boilerplate and documentation tasks, freeing them to focus on architecture and system reliability.
    Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Among the main reasons cited were lack of money, lack of documentation, lack of trust in financial institutions and distance to financial institutions.
    Munkhtuya Rentsenbat, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The red edges and soft fabric give them an elegant look while their memory foam insole keeps feet supported and comfortable with every step.
    Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
  • For Jamaica, how and where field event athletes can be better supported, and, for governing bodies, whether multiple medallists moving from one country to another at once sets another bad precedent.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Alabama defensive tackle Jeremiah Beaman is likely out for the season after sustaining a lower-body injury at Wednesday’s practice, coach Kalen DeBoer said on his radio show Wednesday night.
    Matthew Ho, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The warning forecasts sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph), either predicted or occurring, and not directly associated with a tropical cyclone, the NWS glossary explains.
    Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In September 2024, the city sent the brothers a notice of default — a formal communication when there is a failure to uphold a term of a contract.
    Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Adelman last week rejected that argument and upheld the July recommendation of a magistrate judge who also ruled that the case could proceed.
    Scott Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Evidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evidence. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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