ev·i·dence
[ev-i-duh‘ns]
noun, verb, -denced, -denc·ing.

noun
1. that  which  tends to prove or disprove something; ground for belief; proof.

2. something that makes plain or clear; an indication or sign: His flushed look was visible evidence of his fever.

3. Law.  data presented to a court or jury in proof of the facts in issue and which may include the testimony of witnesses, records, documents, or objects.

verb (used with object)
4. to make  evident   or clear; show clearly; manifest: He evidenced his approval by promising his full support.

5. to support by evidence:  He evidenced his accusation with incriminating letters.

Idiom
6. in evidence,  plainly visible; conspicuous:  The first signs of spring are in evidence.