proof

noun

ˈprüf How to pronounce proof (audio)
Definition of proofnext
as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim she presented proof that she had not cheated

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Recent Examples of proof Netanyahu and other Israeli leaders reacted by condemning the warrants as completely unjustified and a clear proof of the United Nations’ antisemitism. — Brian Duignan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026 And not all of the proofs were certified as correct by the automatic logic verification platform Lean—in fact, some have already been retracted after outside scientists found mistakes. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2026 According to Couix, entry stamps often come in handy as supporting proof for visa and residency applications, and certain application paperwork for banks or schools. — Bailey Berg, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 The deal fell apart when the developer could not provide legitimate proof of funds. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proof
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proof
  1. evidence
  2. testimony
  3. documentation
Noun
  • Alderman maintains that each of the defendants have continued to lie to protect themselves and believes there is evidence of satanic worship.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Normalcy bias means that despite all evidence to the contrary, our mind protects itself.
    — Raj Panjabi, Time, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of evidence
Noun
  • Confidential sources Rahmer acknowledged in his testimony that there are limits to knowing who is a confidential informant or working for agencies outside the FBI.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Footage obtained exclusively by CNN and testimony from those who were on the mountain paint a more detailed picture than before of Morup, the man who died serving his country and is now the goal of one of mountaineering’s grimmest challenges.
    — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of testimony
Noun
  • Whereas Riis uses documentation to expose, Rosler questions conventional representation.
    — J. Hoberman, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Reviewing these details can help clarify which process applies and what documentation or next steps may be relevant.
    — Karen Koehler, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of documentation

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