English · Common Verbs
prove
/pruːv/
[/pruːv/]
show to be true
Intermediateverb
Definition
To show by evidence or argument that something is definitely true.
Example
The scientist worked for years to prove that her bold theory was actually correct.
The scientist worked for years to prove that her bold theory was actually correct.
Etymology
From Old French 'prover', from Latin 'probare' (to test, approve).
How & Where It’s Used
Irregular past participle 'proven'; central to science and law.