依据
The basis, foundation, or evidence upon which a statement, decision, or theory is established.
Examples
3 of 5我们做事要讲依据。
We must have a basis for what we do.
法官的判决必须以法律为依据。
The judge's ruling must be based on the law.
没依据的话别乱说。
Don't talk nonsense without evidence.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Lean (依) on the evidence (据).
Quick Quiz
任何指控都必须建立在事实____之上。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 依据
Examples
我们做事要讲依据。
everydayWe must have a basis for what we do.
法官的判决必须以法律为依据。
formalThe judge's ruling must be based on the law.
没依据的话别乱说。
informalDon't talk nonsense without evidence.
研究者应当引用可靠的文献作为依据。
academicResearchers should cite reliable literature as a basis.
这份报告是制定明年计划的重要依据。
businessThis report is an important basis for making next year's plan.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
有据可查
supported by records
无据之谈
groundless talk
主要依据
main basis
Often Confused With
'根据' can be a preposition (according to) or a noun; '依据' is more formal and primarily used as a noun meaning 'foundation'.
Usage Notes
Essential for explaining the logic behind an argument in IELTS Writing.
Common Mistakes
Mixing up '依据' with '依靠' (to rely on someone).
Memory Tip
Lean (依) on the evidence (据).
Word Origin
From '依' (rely/depend) and '据' (evidence/proof).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
任何指控都必须建立在事实____之上。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 依据
Related Vocabulary
Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principl...
前提A thing that is required as a prior condition for something...
参考To consult or use as a source of information; to refer to.
证明To show that something is true by providing facts, informati...
论据Facts, statistics, or examples used to support an argument o...
More logic words
对应
B1To correspond to or match something else. It describes a relationship where one thing relates directly to another in a different system.
尽管
B1Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising. It functions like 'although' or 'even though' in English.
具体
B1Relating to a particular thing rather than a general one; clear and detailed. It is the opposite of abstract or vague.
不仅
B1Used to indicate that something else is also true in addition to the first thing mentioned. It is usually paired with '而且' or '也'.
实际上
B1Used to emphasize the real facts of a situation, especially when they are different from what people believe or expect. Functions like 'actually' or 'in fact'.
确定
B1To decide definitely or to find out exactly. It involves making something certain or confirming a fact.
绝对
B1Not qualified or limited in any way; total. Used to emphasize that something is completely true or certain.
反之
B1Conversely; on the contrary; otherwise. It is used to introduce a statement that is the opposite or the reverse of the one previously mentioned.
意味着
B1To mean, signify, or imply. It links a fact to its logical consequence or meaning.
归纳
B1To summarize or conclude from a set of facts or observations; to categorize information into a general rule.
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