evidence

/ˈɛvɪdəns/

/ˈɛvədəns/

Evidence

anything that proves the truth or validity of something, such as facts, objects, or signs

synonyms : grounds

a sign or indication that suggests something

a statement, document, or object that is used in a law court for establishing facts

to evidence

MAIN VERB

provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

synonyms : attest

provide evidence for

give evidence

synonyms : tell

Examples

1. The police searched the suspect's house for evidence.

2. Evidence of their relationship exists in the form of a series of letters.

3. The police officer picks up the evidence with a gloved hand.

4. He presented a false document as evidence in the court case.