English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
verb

adduce

Adduce (verb) means to bring forward or offer, as an argument, passage, or consideration which bears on a statement or case.

verb
1
To bring forward or offer, as an argument, passage, or consideration which bears on a statement or case.
2
To produce as proof.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “adduce” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Etymology

From Middle English adducen, from Latin addūcere, adductum (“to lead or bring to”), from ad- + dūcere (“to lead”). See duke, and compare adduct.

Rhymes for adduce

See all rhymes for adduce →

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of adduce?

"adduce" (verb) means to bring forward or offer, as an argument, passage, or consideration which bears on a statement or case.

What are the different meanings of adduce?

"adduce" has 2 main meanings: 1. To bring forward or offer, as an argument, passage, or consideration which bears on a statement or case; 2. To produce as proof.

Definitions from wiktionary, CC BY-SA · etymology from Wiktionary