substantiation

noun

Definition of substantiationnext
as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim the signature of a witness provides substantiation that a person's will is genuine

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  1. evidence
  2. proof
  3. testimony
  4. documentation
Noun
  • But the investigation turned up evidence of Torres’ own illicit acts.
    Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • In one case, authorities allege, Alcala texted himself a video and deleted evidence of the text.
    Austin Mullen, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of evidence
Noun
  • Schwarzenegger is proof that the Republican label doesn’t have to be poison in California.
    Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • The lawsuit cited the 2020 presidential election, which resulted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on theU.S. Capitol, where supporters of Donald Trump sought to stop the certification of Joe Biden as president, alleging without proof the election was stolen.
    Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of proof
Noun
  • Chandhok, who now works for the United States Soccer Federation, received immunity for his testimony.
    Grace Hase, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Before the second sale closed, Trump’s longtime moneyman, Allen Weisselberg, created an Excel file to map out Trump’s liquidity situation, according to court testimony.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of testimony
Noun
  • More:White River State Park 15-acre expansion will feature event center, river overlook Once all human remains are exposed, photographs and data documentation will be completed and remains will be exhumed and sent to Indiana University, Indianapolis' lab for analysis.
    Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Nov. 2024
  • To earn a perfect score, companies must now offer gender-transition plans for their employees, including supportive restrooms, dress codes and documentation guidance.
    Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of documentation
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