Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scant-evidence

noun
/skænt ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definition
Limited or insufficient evidence.
Examples
  • The investigation was dismissed due to scant evidence.
  • Scant evidence was found to support the theory proposed by the researchers.
  • Despite the claims, there was scant evidence to back them up.
Meaning
Scant evidence refers to a small amount of information or data that is inadequate to support a conclusion or claim.
Synonyms
  • Insufficient evidence
  • Minimal evidence
  • Little evidence