evidential

/ɛvɪdɛnʃəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to evidence, especially as a basis for belief or action

“The judge based her decision on the evidential record of the case.”

2. adjective

used to describe the quality of being based on evidence, especially in law or science

“The researcher aimed to develop an evidential method for analyzing the data.”

3. noun

a piece of evidence, especially in law or science

“The key evidential finding of the study was the link between the two variables.”

Synonyms

  • exhibitive
  • testimonial

Antonyms

  • speculative
  • unsubstantiated