Adduced: meaning, definitions and examples
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adduced
[ əˈdjuːs ]
legal context
To adduce means to bring forward evidence or arguments in support of a proposition. It is often used in legal settings where one party presents information to substantiate their claims. The term emphasizes the act of producing evidence that may not be directly visible but is essential for establishing proof in a case. Adducing evidence is a crucial step in persuasive arguments, as it can significantly influence decisions.
Synonyms
bring forward, offer, present, submit
Examples of usage
- The lawyer adduced several witnesses to strengthen the case.
- During the trial, the defendant adduced new evidence.
- She adduced statistics to support her claims in the report.
Translations
Translations of the word "adduced" in other languages:
🇵🇹 apresentado
🇮🇳 प्रस्तुत किया गया
🇩🇪 beigefügt
🇮🇩 diajukan
🇺🇦 представлений
🇵🇱 przedstawiony
🇯🇵 提示された
🇫🇷 présenté
🇪🇸 presentado
🇹🇷 sunulan
🇰🇷 제시된
🇸🇦 مقدم
🇨🇿 předložený
🇸🇰 predložený
🇨🇳 提出的
🇸🇮 predložen
🇮🇸 lagsýnt
🇰🇿 ұсынылған
🇬🇪 წარდგენილი
🇦🇿 təqdim olunmuş
🇲🇽 presentado
Etymology
The word 'adduce' originates from the Latin 'adducere', where 'ad-' means 'toward' and 'ducere' means 'to lead'. It was adopted into Middle English in the late 15th century, maintaining its meaning of leading or bringing forth. Traditionally, it has been associated with legal terminology, emphasizing the act of introducing evidence or arguments for consideration. Over the centuries, it has evolved in usage, often found in both legal and rhetorical contexts, but its core meaning of bringing forth remains intact. The legal community frequently employs 'adduce' when discussing the introduction of evidence, which highlights its significance in discussions surrounding proof and justification.