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adduce

verb

/əˈdjuːs/

Meaning

To provide evidence or reasons to support an argument or idea.

The lawyer adduced several examples to support his case.

cite, present, offer, advance, produce

conceal, withhold, suppress

adduce evidence, adduce reasons, adduce examples

to spoil or damage the quality or appearance of something

To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.

to be indecisive or unable to make a decision

to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way

to provide service or assistance to others

To run hurriedly with short, quick steps; or to deliberately sink a ship.