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

Though we can learn much about the Fox sisters’ actions from their believers and detractors, we have little direct evidence for what Maggie or Kate truly thought or felt about their lives.

From Literature

Loeb noted that earlier research had suggested possible links between microplastics and conditions such as heart disease and dementia, but there had been little direct evidence tying them specifically to prostate cancer.

From Science Daily

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