evince [ɪˈvɪns] v.t.
1.) To show in a clear manner; to prove beyond any reasonable doubt; to manifest; to make evident; to bring to light; to evidence.
2.) [Obs.] To conquer; to subdue (GNU International Collaborative Dictionary of English).
Etymology: Latin evincere vanquish completely, prevail, succeed in proving; e out + vincere to vanquish.
"The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object" (The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, Charles Dickens, 1837).
10 comments:
uh oh. my english sucks.
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I have a buddy who likes to bring out words that most people have not heard just so he gets to explain the meaning, looking forward to seeing his face when i break this out.
Sounds like Convince, so i guess it would come from the same Latin root.
Lol Great idea! love the blog!
Enjoyed this hoping to come back soon for another word. Interesting set up. Very much enjoyed.
awesome as always =)
thanks for sharing your wisdom
It's like HotForWords but without the video
you have evinced me :P
knew this one, but not its etymology. appreciate what you're doing here, following.
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