Cogent Evidence (Noun)
Meaning
Any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something; "if you have any proof for what you say, now is the time to produce it".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The lawyer presented cogent evidence to prove the defendant's alibi for the night of the crime.
- Scientists are seeking more cogent evidence to support their theory about climate change.
- After a lengthy investigation, police found no cogent evidence to link the suspect to the burglary.
- To be convinced, she needed cogent evidence that the product could actually cure her disease.
- Prosecutors gathered enough cogent evidence to convince the jury of the accused's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.