Meaning of 'prove'

Find the meaning of the word ‘prove’

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Meaning of ‘prove’

9 definitions found.

prove

verb

establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment

Synonyms: show

verb

prove formally

verb

obtain probate of

Example: "prove a will"

verb

provide evidence for

Synonyms: show

verb

take a trial impression of

verb

cause to puff up with a leaven

Synonyms: raise

verb

increase in volume

Synonyms: rise

verb

put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to

Synonyms: test

verb

be shown or be found to be

Example: "They proved to be right."

Synonyms: turn out

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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