in evidence
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Clearly visible or noticeable; conspicuous: The phrase "in evidence" describes something that is readily apparent to the eye or mind, something that can be easily seen or observed.
Usage
- "In evidence" is used as an adjective phrase, typically following a verb like "be" or "make." It describes the state of something being clearly present and observable.
- It often implies that the thing being described is prominent or deliberately shown.
Examples
- (The signs of the drought were clearly visible everywhere.)
- (He ensured his new car was conspicuously parked where his friends could see it.)
- (Traditional costumes are very noticeable during the festival.)
Advanced Usage
- "Much in evidence": A common intensifier meaning "very noticeable" or "highly visible."
- Concern for the environment is much in evidence in the company's new policies. (Concern for the environment is very apparent in the new policies.)
- "To be in evidence": The standard construction to state that something is observable.
- A spirit of cooperation was in evidence at the meeting. (A cooperative attitude was clearly present at the meeting.)
Variants and Related Words
- Evident (adj): Plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood.
- It was evident that she had prepared thoroughly.
- Evidence (n): The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.
- The prosecutor presented new evidence to the court.
Synonyms
- Conspicuous: Standing out so as to be clearly visible.
- Apparent: Clearly visible or understood; obvious.
- Noticeable: Easily seen or noticed; clear or apparent.
Antonyms
- Hidden: Kept out of sight; concealed.
- Inconspicuous: Not clearly visible or attracting attention.
Related Phrases
- To bring/call something into evidence: To present something as proof or to make it noticeable. (This is a more formal or legal usage related to the noun "evidence.")
- The lawyer sought to bring the document into evidence.
Adjective
- clearly to be seen
- they were much in evidence during the fighting
- she made certain that her engagement ring was in evidence