...attention, as of the gravest importance, to such facts as the tone of voice in which a witness ' s statement is made, the hesitation or readiness with...self-possession or embarrassment, his air of candor or of seeming levity. Credibility inferences based on demeanor evidence can be very subjective, as every...

...witness or other person, relates to physical appearance, outward bearing, or behavior. It embraces such cal agency in the legislative branch; carry out legal,...accounting, auditing, and claims settlement functi his/her answers are given, the look of the witness, his/her carriage, any evidence of surprise, gestures,...