adduceable
|ad-duce-a-ble|
C1
/əˈdjuːsəbl/
(adduce)
cite as evidence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adduce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adducere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
Historical Evolution
'adducere' transformed into the French word 'adduire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adduce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead or bring forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cite as evidence.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being adduced or brought forward as evidence or argument.
The lawyer presented adduceable evidence to support his case.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 20:36