evidence

evidence is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈɛvɪdəns/or /ˈɛvədəns/
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Noun

Singular evidence

Plural evidences

1. (uncountable) Evidence is facts or observations that support an idea.
   • Synonym: information

   The gun is evidence that professor Pickle killed Mr. Mustard.

   If there is clear evidence for lying, he/she should be punished.

   The police are still seeking evidence to find out who the murderer is.

evidence of an attack.

Related Words

• evidential
• evidently