evidence meaning
evidence :
proof, sign
noun
▪ The evidence showed he was at the scene.
▪ The proof showed he was there.
▪ There is strong evidence for the theory.
▪ There is good proof for the idea.
paraphrasing
▪ proof – information that shows something is true
▪ indication – a sign that shows something
evidence :
to show, to prove
verb
▪ The lawyer will evidence the facts in court.
▪ The lawyer will show the facts in court.
▪ They need to evidence their claims.
▪ They need to prove their statements.
paraphrasing
▪ demonstrate – to show clearly
▪ substantiate – to support with proof
evidence :
proof, sign
noun
▪ The evidence of the crime was clear.
▪ The proof of the crime was clear.
▪ Good evidence is needed for the case.
▪ Good proof is needed for the case.
paraphrasing
▪ evidence – proof
▪ data – information used for proof
Pronunciation
evidence [ˈɛvɪdəns]
The stress is on the first part 'ev' and sounds like 'ev-i-dens'.
evidence [ˈɛvɪdəns]
The stress remains the same for both noun and verb forms.
Common phrases and grammar about evidence
evidence - Common meaning
noun
proof, sign
verb
to show, to prove
noun
proof, sign
Part of Speech Changes for "evidence"
▪ evidential (adjective) – showing evidence
▪ evidently (adverb) – clearly
▪ evidentiary (adjective) – relating to evidence
Common Expressions with "evidence"
▪ provide evidence – give facts that show something is true
▪ lack of evidence – not having enough facts
▪ substantial evidence – strong and enough facts
▪ evidence against – facts that show someone did wrong
Important examples of evidence in TOEIC
Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC vocabulary questions, evidence is often used in legal or scientific contexts to show proof.
Example of a confusing word: evident (obvious or clear)
Grammar examples from the TOEIC test
Evidence is usually used as a noun in TOEIC grammar questions.
evidence
Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC
gather evidence
'collect proof' used in legal contexts.
beyond a reasonable doubt
means 'to a level that leaves no doubt', used in legal contexts.
Differences between similar words and evidence
evidence
,
proof
differences
Evidence is used to show something is true, while proof is often used as a stronger form of evidence.
evidence
,
indication
differences
Evidence is more formal and used in legal contexts, while indication can be more casual.
Words with the same origin as evidence
The origin of evidence
Evidence comes from the Latin word 'evidentia', meaning 'to be clear' or 'to show clearly'.
Word structure
The composition is unknown.
Words with the same origin
The root of evidence is 'vid' (to see). Words with the same root include video (to see), evident (clear to see).
