Pronunciation

/pruːv/

Definitions

• Verb: n. [v] 1. To demonstrate the truth or validity of something by providing evidence or showing it to be correct. 2. (transitive) To establish or confirm the existence, quality, or fact of something. 3. (intransitive) To gain or achieve a particular result through effort or trial.
• Adjective: adj. Proven or established; well-established.

Phrases

• “Prove a point” means to show that a particular idea or claim is correct.
• “Prove oneself” refers to demonstrating one’s abilities or qualities.
• “Beyond a shadow of a doubt” indicates certainty that something has been proven.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The scientist had to prove his hypothesis through rigorous experimentation.”
• Adjective: “His proven track record speaks for itself.”
• Intransitive: “After months of practice, he finally proved his skill in the competition.”

Synonyms

• Establish
• Demonstrate
• Establish the fact
• Show
• Establish the truth
• Confirm

Antonyms

• Disprove
• Deny
• Question
• Uncertainty
• Doubt

Usage

Noun

• “A well-proven strategy”
• “The proof of his innocence was overwhelming.”

Verb

• “He set out to prove his theory.”
• “She wanted to prove herself as a capable leader.”