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dubious evidence

[ˈduːbiəs ˈɛvɪdəns]
noun phrasepl: dubious evidence (uncountable)
prova duvidosa
1. Evidence that is questionable, unreliable, or of uncertain validity; proof that raises doubts about its authenticity or trustworthiness
The witness's testimony was considered dubious evidence due to inconsistencies in their account.
O testemunho da testemunha foi considerado prova duvidosa devido às inconsistências em seu relato.
2. Information or facts presented in court or investigation that lack credibility or raise suspicion
The defense argued that the forensic evidence was dubious and should be disregarded.
A defesa argumentou que a prova forense era duvidosa e deveria ser desconsiderada.
NYC Slang
shaky evidence, sketchy proof
Synonyms
questionable evidenceunreliable evidencesuspect evidencedisputed evidenceweak evidence
Antonyms
solid evidenceconclusive evidencecompelling evidencecredible evidenceirrefutable evidence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prova duvidosa
Standard term used in Brazilian legal contexts
Brazil
evidência questionável
Alternative modern usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
prova duvidosa
Standard term used in Portuguese legal system
Portugal
prova de credibilidade duvidosa
More formal legal expression in Portuguese courts

Related Idioms & Phrases

a smoking gun (evidence that clearly proves guilt)
circumstantial evidence (indirect proof)
hearsay evidence (evidence based on what others said)
beyond reasonable doubt (legal standard opposing dubious evidence)
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