evince

/i'vins/

Thân thiện

She evinced her disappointment with a deep sigh.

Definition

Verb: 1. To show or make evident; to reveal or display a quality, feeling, or state of mind: The word "evince" means to make something clearly visible or apparent, especially something that is not tangible, such as an emotion, a trait, or an attitude. It often implies that the evidence is shown through actions, words, or behavior.

Usage

"Evince" is a formal verb used to indicate that someone or something demonstrates or reveals a particular quality. It is typically followed by the quality being shown (e.g., interest, concern, talent, understanding). * It is used in contexts where internal states (emotions, thoughts, character) become externally observable. * It is more formal than synonyms like "show" or "display."

Examples

• The student's detailed questions evinced a deep curiosity about the subject.
• Despite the difficult situation, she evinced remarkable calm and composure.
• His latest paintings evince a significant development in his artistic style.
• The report evinces a clear understanding of the complex economic factors involved.

Advanced Usage

• To evince interest/concern/surprise: A common collocation for showing a specific reaction.
  • The committee members evinced little interest in the proposal.
• Used in formal writing and analysis: Frequently found in academic, literary, or professional contexts to describe the demonstration of qualities.
  • The data evinces a strong correlation between the two variables.

Variants and Related Words

• Evincible (adjective): Capable of being shown or proved. (Rarely used in modern English).
• Evincive (adjective): Tending to evince or demonstrate. (Archaic).

Synonyms

• Demonstrate: To show clearly and deliberately.
• Manifest: To display or show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts; evident to the eye or mind.
• Display: To make a prominent exhibition of.
• Exhibit: To show or display publicly.
• Reveal: To make (previously unknown or secret information) known; to allow to be seen.

Antonyms

• Conceal: To keep from sight; hide.
• Hide: To put or keep out of sight.
• Suppress: To restrain or prevent the expression of (a feeling, idea, etc.).

Học thuật

Verb

1. give expression to
   • She showed her disappointment

Từ đồng nghĩa

• express
• show