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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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of evince Your giftee will be able to whip up all sorts of homemade ice cream, gelato, and sorbet, but this machine is also capable of making protein-rich treats, as evinced by the subreddit full of creative recipes. Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2024 Still, the receiver remains beloved as evinced by the hundreds of fans who lined up just to get the first look at his brick-and-mortar Soul Runner store at Aventura Mall. C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025 In our conversation, Wood also evinced more than a hint of impatience about the two decades needed to make Xolair available for food allergies in the first place. Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2024 The works, created according to a strict set of parameters O’Grady set for herself, evince a range of moods and in some instances (for example, the poem Vivo) slyly incorporate double entendre. News Desk, Artforum, 16 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for evince
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evince
Verb
  • Here are the supplements and meds that work New Florida survey reveals our confusion on heart health.
    Chicago Tribune Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Greg eventually leaves on a mysterious business trip to Denver, and Tanya gets close with Quentin (Tom Hollander), who is revealed to be a longtime Greg associate.
    Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Its Backup Storage area displays the backups and the option to conduct remote restorations.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 25 Feb. 2025
  • The real question is: Would Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration ever allow a puppet of a Hamas terrorist with bloody words about Oct. 7 be displayed at the Cultural Center?
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • With all precincts reporting, the Will County election results show 59.44% for Steilen and 40.56% for Balich in the supervisor’s race.
    Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
  • The Global Citizen Solutions report shows that international higher education is growing, Laura Madrid, research lead in the Global Intelligence Unit at GCS, tells CNBC Make It.
    Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Putin’s reckless gamble in Ukraine demonstrated his willingness to sacrifice lucrative economic ties to Europe for glory.
    Sergey Radchenko, Foreign Affairs, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Since bursting onto the high school scene two years ago, Heeney has demonstrated moxie, toughness and strength.
    Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Yet even these lone voices failed to call out Trump for betraying Zelensky and adopting the talking points of a brutal regime that invaded Ukraine with no provocation three years ago.
    Mordechai Gordon, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Others, not without justice, will skip the climax and denouement altogether, so obviously and suddenly does the production betray its early triumphs.
    Graham Hillard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025

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“Evince.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evince. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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