evince

verb

i-ˈvin(t)s How to pronounce evince (audio)
Definition of evincenext
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs he evinced an interest in art from an early age

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

Some common synonyms of evince are demonstrate, evidence, manifest, and show. While all these words mean "to reveal outwardly or make apparent," evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs.

evinced not the slightest fear

In what contexts can demonstrate take the place of evince?

The words demonstrate and evince can be used in similar contexts, but demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling.

demonstrated their approval by loud applause

When would evidence be a good substitute for evince?

Although the words evidence and evince have much in common, evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something.

a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service

When can manifest be used instead of evince?

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

manifested musical ability at an early age

When is it sensible to use show instead of evince?

The meanings of show and evince largely overlap; however, 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

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Recent Examples of evince Through her trilingual funk carioca, reggaetón, Afrobeat, and fizzy pop songs, the singer closes the divide between cultures while celebrating her Brazilian roots on the world stage, as evinced in her 2024 album, Funk Generation. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2025 Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures, by Merlin Sheldrake (Paperback) for $11 ($9 off) Amazon Mushrooms are all the rage, as evinced by our wildly popular guide to mushroom coffee. —Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 20 Apr. 2025 Mexico, by contrast, saw its consumer stress levels up 1.7 percent in the first quarter compared with the fourth quarter of last year, while French shoppers evinced 4 percent higher stress levels from quarter to quarter. —Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 17 Apr. 2025 This history evinces the president’s willingness to stoke the embers of Jew-hatred to his advantage. —Ben Krull, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for evince
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evince
  1. reveal
  2. display
  3. show
  4. demonstrate
  5. betray
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  • Diary entries written by Luigi Mangione reveal the now 27-year-old’s detailed thinking before the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year, a new court filing shows.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
  • Beyond the To-Do List Host Erik Fisher interviews productivity experts and practitioners, revealing the real-world tactics that help people achieve their goals and get things done.
    — Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Definition of reveal
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  • The 2023 Chianti Classico displayed beautiful freshness and elegance, offering pure fruit and immediate charm. Querciabella (Greve, Radda, Gaiole) – With organic and biodynamic vineyards across multiple UGAs, Querciabella champions purity and transparency in every bottle.
    — Jessica Dupuy, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
  • They were punished with another partial stadium closure in April after displaying banners insulting ex-PSG player Rabiot during a game against Marseille.
    — Tomás Hill López-Menchero, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Definition of display
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  • Example for business leaders: These books show how point of view can change everything — and sharing your point of view and being open to others perspectives is a critical business leadership skill.
    — Esther K. Choy, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • For comparison, some TV OSes, like Roku OS and LG's webOS, show ads on the OS's home screen and/or when showing screensavers.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 1 June 2025
Definition of show
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  • Not least the fact that clubs other than City will be monitoring Gibbs-White’s position, with the 26-year-old England international having demonstrated his value emphatically again during a season in which Forest pushed for a top-five finish for many months.
    — Paul Taylor, New York Times, 6 June 2025
  • Of course, none of that would matter if the team had not demonstrated strong fan support and signed up those 10,000 season-ticket holders, which is around the same number the Warriors have in the same arena—albeit at a lower price.
    — Matt Craig, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Definition of demonstrate
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  • From the nation’s dissolution by imperial powers in the 18th century to its violent conquest by Germany in World War II to its ruthless control by the Soviets, Poland has been betrayed repeatedly by those around it.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 3 June 2025
  • But then the Unfairly Ever After came through with a delicious twist — the winning villain betrays the Magic Mirror, as villains do.
    — Robert Niles, Oc Register, 3 June 2025
Definition of betray

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