Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Prove.
How to pronounce prove:
Def 1 US
Prove - as a verb
Be shown or be found to be
Example: "She proved to be right"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turn outturn upHypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment
Example: "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
demonstrateestablishshewshowHypernyms (Closely Related)
affirmconfirmcorroboratesubstantiatesupportsustainHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disproveProvide evidence for
Example: "The blood test showed that he was the father"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bear witnessevidenceshowtestifyHypernyms (Closely Related)
informHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof
Put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
Example: "This approach has been tried with good results"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
essayexaminetesttrytry outHypernyms (Closely Related)
evaluatejudgepass judgmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take a trial impression of
Obtain probate of
Example: "Prove a will"
Prove - as a noun
The process of dough proofing.
Example Sentences
"She tried to prove her innocence, but the evidence was against her."
"The scientist conducted experiments to prove his theory."
"He wanted to prove his worth by accomplishing the task."
"The detective gathered clues to prove the suspect's guilt."
"I need to prove my identity before I can access the restricted area."
Word Game Points
Is PROVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prove is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PROVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prove is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is PROVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prove is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
