Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 0+ users

proof

/pɹʉːf/
Meanings
  • noun

    A piece of evidence or information that establishes a fact or proves the existence or reality of something.

    - "The testimony of two witnesses forms a proof of the crime."
    - "The financial statements serve as proof of the company's profitability."
  • verb

    To demonstrate the correctness or validity of something.

    - "The mathematician was able to prove the theorem."
    - "The lawyer successfully proved his client's innocence."
Pronunciation
  1. /pɹuf/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1669339"
Rhymes
Words rhyming with proof
groove , move , glove , love
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. proof (English) : A piece of evidence or information that establishes a fact or proves the existence or reality of something.

  2. proof (English) : To demonstrate the correctness or validity of something.

  3. proof (Scottish Gaelic) : Proof, evidence.

  4. proof (Irish) : Proof, evidence.

  5. proof (French) : To prove, to test.

  6. proof (Spanish) : Proof, evidence.

  7. proof (German) : Proof, evidence.

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. proof (English) : A piece of evidence or information that establishes a fact or proves the existence or reality of something.

  2. proof (English) : To demonstrate the correctness or validity of something.

  3. proof (Scottish Gaelic) : Proof, evidence.

  4. proof (Irish) : Proof, evidence.

Variants
List of all variants of proof that leads to same result
proof , proofs , proofed , proofer , proofers , proofing , proof of concept , proof of concepts , proofs of concept , proof spirit , proof spirits , proof of purchase , proof positive , burden of proof , repro proof , reproduction proof , reproduction proofs , veto-proof
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

proofs, proving, unproof, disproof

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Old French word 'proverbe,' meaning 'to test, to try,' from the Latin 'probatio,' meaning 'a testing, a trial.'

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. The term 'proof' comes from the Latin word 'probatio,' which means 'a testing, a trial.'

  2. In mathematics, a proof is a logical argument that establishes the truth of a mathematical statement.

  3. In chemistry, a proof is a unit of measurement used to express the amount of a substance that will produce one liter of a solution when dissolved in a certain volume of water.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. evidence: Evidence is information that is used to establish a fact or prove the existence or reality of something.

  2. testimony: Testimony is a statement made by a person under oath in a court of law or other legal proceeding.

  3. verification: Verification is the process of confirming the accuracy or validity of information or data.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Proof has been used extensively in literature, art, and music to symbolize the search for truth, knowledge, and the validation of ideas. In literature, proof is a common theme in philosophical, legal, and scientific works. In art, proof is often depicted as a visual representation of evidence or testimony. In music, proof is a term used to describe the process of verifying the authenticity of a composition or performance.

How to Memorize "proof"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a scale, with truth on one side and falsehood on the other. Proof is the weight that tips the scale in favor of truth.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'proof' with the words 'evidence,' 'truth,' and 'fact.'

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'P-R-O-O-F': Prove, Reason, Observe, Obtain, and Fact.

Memorize "proof" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize proof is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

Install Now