prove

[proov] / pruv /

VERB

establish facts; put to a test

Synonyms

STRONGEST

confirm convince demonstrate determine explain find justify result show substantiate test try turn out validate verify

STRONG

affirm analyze ascertain assay attest authenticate back certify check corroborate declare document evidence evince examine experiment fix manifest settle sustain testify uphold warrant witness

WEAK

add up bear out end up have a case make evident pan out show clearly show once and for all trial

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse deny disprove hide invalidate miss refuse veto

STRONG

aid assist contradict disavow disclaim help refute reject unsettle

WEAK

discredit hypothesize theorize

Example Sentences

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“So-called ‘no body’ cases are some of the most difficult to prove because they rely so heavily on circumstantial evidence.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Another factor in the February report that could prove to be just a one-off: The winter was unusually cold and snowy, which may have depressed payrolls in sectors like leisure and dining.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The rules could also prove a windfall for anyone who likes to flip initial public offerings.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

He needs to show, to prove, to demonstrate.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

There, he reminded me how much he missed me and let me prove to him that he’s a big priority in my life.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

prove

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