Synonyms of evince

evince

verb

i-ˈvin(t)s 

as in to reveal

to make known (something abstract) through outward signs

he evinced an interest in art from an early age

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reveal
• display
• show
• demonstrate
• betray
• manifest
• bespeak
• expose
• communicate
• declare
• give away
• disclose
• sound
• proclaim
• uncover
• bare
• announce
• advertise
• unbosom
• publicize
• air
• broadcast
• uncloak
• blaze
• project
• trumpet
• placard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• belie
• misrepresent
• distort
• falsify
• twist
• disguise
• conceal
• camouflage
• hide
• obscure
• occlude
• gild
• cover
• whitewash
• garble
• gloss (over)
• varnish
• veil
• mask
• counterfeit

Synonym Chooser

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

Recent Examples of evince

In the five years that have elapsed, Marlowe has issued many songs that evince his gale force of a voice, bolstered by an ever-maturing songwriting style. —Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2025

Though the new owners evince clear reverence for Lundy’s legacy—Sandra Snyder has spoken about the importance of the place to her romantic history with her husband—little effort seems to have gone into making the room feel evocative of the original’s time or place. —Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2025

Butler often steps up his game on both ends of the floor in the postseason, as evinced by Miami's two runs to the NBA Finals during his first four seasons with the squad. —David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025

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

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