word
Probative
Proh-BAY-tihv
/proʊˈbeɪtɪv/Listen
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probative
Dictionary meaning
Tending to prove a particular proposition or to persuade you of the truth of an allegation.
Examples
- Evidence should only be excluded if its probative value was outweighed by its prejudicial effect.
Synonyms: probatory
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