evidence
noun
that which tends to prove or disprove something; ground for belief; proof.
counterevidence
-
a word derived from
evidence.
Example Sentences
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Other scientists point to a mountain of counterevidence showing that facial movements during emotions vary too widely to be universal beacons of emotional meaning.
From Scientific American ● Apr. 27, 2022
We may find “reasons” to disbelieve the counterevidence, or we may interpret the so-called facts that don’t conform to our theory as yet more evidence for the idea we’re maintaining itself.
From Slate ● Jan. 11, 2021
"Mr. Berenson plays down counterevidence — even when it is firsthand or expert."
From Fox News ● Jul. 22, 2020
And because there was basically no counterevidence, it demanded a certain attention.
From New York Times ● Feb. 6, 2020
Of course, responsible writers have to deal with counterarguments and counterevidence.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
