Definition Dictionary

Close examination of parts, evidence, or relationships to understand a subject.

Based on individual accounts or observations rather than systematic evidence.

A conclusion based on incomplete evidence.

To strengthen a statement or finding with additional supporting evidence.

Capable of being shown clearly through evidence, reasoning, or an example.

To establish through evidence or reasoning that something is false.

To record or support something with evidence.

Weak in substance, construction, or supporting evidence.

Impossible to dispute successfully on the available evidence.

To reach a conclusion from evidence or reasoning.

A conclusion reached from evidence or reasoning rather than stated directly.

To provide sufficient reasons or evidence for an action, claim, or belief.

The principles or process of reasoning from claims and evidence to conclusions.

Based on evidence and fair judgment rather than personal preference.

One word family: also includes objectivity.

More certain of one's ability or judgment than the evidence or circumstances justify.

To answer an argument with opposing reasons or evidence.

A response that challenges a claim with opposing arguments or evidence.

An argument or evidence showing that a claim is false or mistaken.

Based on possibilities or conjecture rather than established evidence.

A formal legal order requiring attendance or the production of evidence.

To support a claim with evidence or proof.

Not supported by adequate evidence.

Not justified by sufficient reason or evidence.