circumstantial evidence

noun

1. proof of facts offered as evidence from which other facts are to be inferred (direct evidence ).

circumstantial evidence

noun

1. indirect evidence that tends to establish a conclusion by inference Compare direct evidence

Word History and Origins

Origin of circumstantial evidence¹

First recorded in 1730–40

Example Sentences

As in other cases for which Letby was convicted, the prosecution said circumstantial evidence also tied her to the crime.

From BBC

Prosecutors at her trial alleged she had smothered them, relying on circumstantial evidence - including Ms Folbigg's diaries - to paint her as an unstable mother, prone to rage.

From BBC

“He didn’t like circumstantial evidence. He felt there were too many loose ends.”

From Los Angeles Times

Her remains were found in January, but Tauscher said the medical examiner’s office had to make its conclusion based on circumstantial evidence because the condition of Hamilton’s remains complicated the identification.

From Los Angeles Times

“I can’t even call it circumstantial evidence,” he said in asking Superior Court Judge Craig Veals to dismiss the murder charges.

From Los Angeles Times