Pronunciation: /pruːv/
noun a test or trial to establish the truth or validity of something
A1 I need to prove my identity before I can access the building.
A2 The scientist conducted an experiment to prove his theory.
B1 The lawyer presented evidence to prove her client's innocence.
B2 The data analysis helped to prove the effectiveness of the new marketing strategy.
C1 The extensive research conducted by the team helped to prove the hypothesis.
C2 The documentary provided irrefutable proof to prove the existence of the ancient civilization.
verb to demonstrate the truth or existence of something by providing evidence or argument
A1 I can prove that 1 + 1 equals 2.
A2 She proved her innocence by providing an alibi.
B1 The experiment proved that the hypothesis was correct.
B2 The data collected will prove whether the new drug is effective.
C1 The investigation proved to be more complicated than initially thought.
C2 His research has proven invaluable in the field of medicine.
formal The scientist conducted multiple experiments to prove his hypothesis.
informal I bet I can prove you wrong about that.
slang I'll show you the evidence to prove my point.
figurative Her actions will prove her loyalty to the team.
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