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PROOF Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word proof. (exact relations)
There are 30 hypernyms of the word proof. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PROOF

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substantiation
nounn
noun

• additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

• the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something

validation
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something

• the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof

attestation
nounn
noun

• the action of bearing witness

• the evidence by which something is attested

confirmation
nounn
noun

• additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

• information that confirms or verifies

• making something valid by formally ratifying or confirming it

• a ceremony held in the synagogue (usually at Pentecost) to admit as adult members of the Jewish community young men and women who have successfully completed a course of study in Judaism

• a sacrament admitting a baptized person to full participation in the church

corroboration
nounn
noun

• confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence

evidence
nounn
noun

• your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

• an indication that makes something evident

• (law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

verb

• provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

• provide evidence for

• give evidence

support
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

• aiding the cause or policy or interests of

• something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest

• a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission

• documentary validation

• the financial means whereby one lives

• supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation

• the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening

• a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts

• any device that bears the weight of another thing

• financial resources provided to make some project possible

verb

• give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to

• support materially or financially

• be behind; approve of

• be the physical support of; carry the weight of

• establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

• adopt as a belief

• support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm

• argue or speak in defense of

• play a subordinate role to (another performer)

• be a regular customer or client of

• put up with something or somebody unpleasant

testimony
nounn
noun

• a solemn statement made under oath

• an assertion offering firsthand authentication of a fact

• something that serves as evidence

verification
nounn
noun

• additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

• (law) an affidavit attached to a statement confirming the truth of that statement

proofread
verbv
verb

• read for errors

cogent evidence
nounn
noun

• any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

test copy
nounn
noun

• (printing) an impression made to check for errors

trial impression
nounn
noun

• (printing) an impression made to check for errors

Best Hypernyms For PROOF

Here is a list of related hypernyms for proof, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (28)
alter amount argument ascertain assure change check control create determination ensure evidence finding grounds impression insure knead make measure modify print printing produce quantity see statement strengthen work
Phrases (2)
photographic printsee to it

Alternatives for SUBSTANTIATION

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