adjective

evidentiary

eh-vih-DEHN-shuh-ree

Evidentiary (adjective) means relating to or serving as evidence, especially in a legal setting. Example: “The judge ruled on the evidentiary value of the recording before allowing it in court.”

adjective

Relating to or serving as evidence, especially in a legal setting.

"The judge ruled on the evidentiary value of the recording before allowing it in court."

How to use evidentiary

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA formal, legal word for "having to do with evidence."

When to use it

Almost exclusively used in legal writing and courtroom contexts.

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Etymology

From evidence + -ary.

Rhymes for evidentiary

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Frequently asked questions

What does “evidentiary” mean?

The word “evidentiary” means relating to or serving as evidence, especially in a legal setting. In plain terms, a formal, legal word for "having to do with evidence.".

How do you pronounce “evidentiary”?

“Evidentiary” is pronounced eh-vih-DEHN-shuh-ree (/ˌɛvɪˈdɛnʃiˌɛɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “evidentiary” in a sentence?

Here is “evidentiary” used in a sentence: “The judge ruled on the evidentiary value of the recording before allowing it in court.”

What part of speech is “evidentiary”?

“Evidentiary” is an adjective.