Evinced: meaning, definitions and examples
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evinced
[ ɪˈvɪnst ]
showing evidence
To evince means to reveal or show something, particularly a feeling or quality. It is often used in contexts where a person displays or makes clear their emotions or thoughts distinctly.
Synonyms
demonstrate, exhibit, reveal, show.
Examples of usage
- Her smile evinced her happiness.
- He evinced a strong desire to succeed.
- The results evinced a significant improvement.
- The letter evinced his deep love for her.
Translations
Translations of the word "evinced" in other languages:
🇵🇹 evidenciado
🇮🇳 प्रकट किया
🇩🇪 bewiesen
🇮🇩 ditunjukkan
🇺🇦 виявлений
🇵🇱 wykazany
🇯🇵 示された
🇫🇷 évidé
🇪🇸 evidenciado
🇹🇷 gösterilen
🇰🇷 입증된
🇸🇦 مُظهر
🇨🇿 prokázaný
🇸🇰 preukázaný
🇨🇳 显示的
🇸🇮 dokazan
🇮🇸 sýndur
🇰🇿 көрсетілген
🇬🇪 აჩვენა
🇦🇿 göstərilən
🇲🇽 evidenciado
Etymology
The word 'evince' derives from Latin 'evincere', which means to conquer, overcome, or prevail. It is formed from the prefix 'e-' meaning 'out of' and 'vincere' meaning 'to conquer'. The term made its way into Middle French as 'évident', which carries the meaning of 'obvious' or 'clear'. In the late 17th century, it was adapted into English, where it retained the notion of making something evident or apparent. Over time, 'evince' evolved to commonly refer to the demonstration of feelings or qualities, especially in a way that is clear and unmistakable. Its usage has seen various applications in literature and legal contexts, emphasizing the act of showing or revealing in a compelling manner.