Prima Facie
/ˈpraɪmə ˈfeɪʃi/
Definitions
- (adj.) Sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved.
The plaintiff presented a prima facie case of negligence.
- (adv.) At first sight or on the face of it, before further investigation.
The evidence seemed prima facie convincing.
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Commentary
Used to indicate an initial evaluation of evidence that stands unless rebutted.
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