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
  • There is growing evidence, for example, that credit scores depressed by medical debt can threaten people’s access to housing and drive homelessness.
    Noam N. Levey, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
  • The Flyers’ ability to pepper Woll with shots, and the Leafs’ inability to get the other way quickly, was further evidence of how McCabe’s absence could hamper the team.
    Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of evidence
Noun
  • That’s higher proof than traditional bourbon or rye whiskey, resulting in a lighter flavor profile.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Take the brand’s latest collection drop as proof: the 2025 BÉIS Sport Collection features a line-up of high-performance bags and accessories to assist those always on the move.
    Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of proof
Noun
  • Police found the fingerprints of three men on the jack, according to testimony: Barceleau, Estrada and Leonel Gutierrez.
    Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Faraji also references filing complaints to Fox human resources; should the case advance to pretrial discovery, those HR files could be turned over and HR staff could be ordered to give sworn testimony.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of testimony
Noun
  • Somewhat ironically, his documentation of Korea’s evolving leisure culture contains a strong work ethic.
    Hanna Park, CNN, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Companies in the business of making drugs or medical devices must produce reams of documentation for everything from research and clinical trials to product development to manufacturing and labels, Sarna said.
    Alex Konrad, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of documentation
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