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Prima Facie

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb, Latin phrase

Definition

1. Adjective: Sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved or rebutted.

2. Adverb: At first sight; on the face of it.

3. Latin phrase: Literally meaning "at first face" or "at first appearance."

Senses

Adjective:

1. Law: Evident or obvious; self-evident.

2. Philosophy: A common understanding or assumption made based on initial perception.

Adverb:

1. Law: Presuming guilt or liability until proven otherwise.

2. Philosophy: Relying on immediate observable evidence rather than further investigation.

Usages

1. Adjective:

- The suspect had a prima facie case against him due to the strong evidence found at the crime scene.

- Prima facie, it seemed like the defendant had breached the contract. Further investigation is required to confirm.

2. Adverb:

- The prosecution presented prima facie evidence that the accused had a motive to commit the crime.

- Prima facie, the new theory appeared plausible, but it needed to be thoroughly tested.

3. Latin phrase:

- The accused was demanded to provide prima facie proof of his innocence before the trial.

- Prima facie, the new legislation will have a positive impact on the economy.

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