BURDEN OF PROOF Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase burden of proof. (close relations)
Definition of BURDEN OF PROOF
Best Alternative Words for BURDEN OF PROOF
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duty | nounn | |||||||
noun • the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force • work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons • a government tax on imports or exports | ||||||||
obligation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force • the state of being obligated to do or pay something • a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor • a written promise to repay a debt • a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply | ||||||||
onus | nounn | |||||||
noun • an onerous or difficult concern | ||||||||
requirement | nounn | |||||||
noun • required activity • anything indispensable • something that is required in advance | ||||||||
responsibility | nounn | |||||||
noun • the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force • the proper sphere or extent of your activities • a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct |