Probative
adjective
Related to evidence that is useful in proving something.
The lawyer presented probative evidence that led to the defendant's conviction.
Often appears as...
- probative reasoning
- probative significance
Usage tips
Formal
probative value, probative analysis, probative weight
adjective
Related to evidence that is useful in proving something.
The lawyer presented probative evidence that led to the defendant's conviction.
Often appears as...
- probative reasoning
- probative significance
Usage tips
Formal
probative value, probative analysis, probative weight
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Usage
In legal contexts, 'probative' often describes data or testimony that substantiates a claim or accusation.
This witness provided probative value to the case.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Context
In scientific studies, probative findings can enhance the credibility of the research.
The results were probative in nature, supporting the initial hypothesis.
Pro Tip 3/3General Meaning
Outside of formal contexts, it can still describe anything that effectively proves a point or argument.
His arguments were probative, compelling the audience to reconsider.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Usage
In legal contexts, 'probative' often describes data or testimony that substantiates a claim or accusation.
This witness provided probative value to the case.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Context
In scientific studies, probative findings can enhance the credibility of the research.
The results were probative in nature, supporting the initial hypothesis.
Pro Tip 3/3General Meaning
Outside of formal contexts, it can still describe anything that effectively proves a point or argument.
His arguments were probative, compelling the audience to reconsider.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Usage
In legal contexts, 'probative' often describes data or testimony that substantiates a claim or accusation.
This witness provided probative value to the case.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Context
In scientific studies, probative findings can enhance the credibility of the research.
The results were probative in nature, supporting the initial hypothesis.
Pro Tip 3/3General Meaning
Outside of formal contexts, it can still describe anything that effectively proves a point or argument.
His arguments were probative, compelling the audience to reconsider.
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