direct evidence

American  

noun

1. evidence of a witness who testifies to the truth of the fact to be proved (circumstantial evidence ).

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direct evidence British  

noun

1. law evidence, usually the testimony of a witness, directly relating to the fact in dispute Compare circumstantial evidence

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Example Sentences

Observing such a process would break a fundamental rule of particle physics called lepton flavor conservation, which is a key part of the Standard Model, and would provide direct evidence for physics beyond existing theories.

From Science Daily

Aberdeen say as far as they are aware there is no direct evidence to corroborate the allegation other than the Livingston player's statement.

From BBC

For this claim, the report found that Murley had provided direct evidence.

From BBC

In 2024, the former lead infection control doctor at the hospital told the Inquiry there was no direct evidence linking the infections to the building.

From BBC

"The idea that Betelgeuse had an undetected companion has been gaining in popularity for the past several years, but without direct evidence, it was an unproven theory," said Dupree.

From Science Daily