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Synonyms & Similar Words
established
confirmed
verified
validated
tested
tried
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shown
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certified
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approved
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recognized
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genuine
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true
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Meaning of Proven
The primary meaning of the word "proven" is to have been demonstrated or verified to be true or effective.
Definitions
- Having been demonstrated or verified to be true or effective
- Having been shown to be valid or genuine
- Having been tested and found to be reliable or trustworthy
Etymology of Proven
The word "proven" originates from the Old French word "prover," which is derived from the Latin word "probare," meaning "to test" or "to prove."
Historically, the word "proven" has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something that has been tested or verified.
Example Uses
- The new employee has proven herself to be a valuable asset to the team.
- The company's financial reports have proven that they are a stable and reliable investment.
- The scientist's research has proven the existence of a new species.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unproven
untested
unverified
invalid
false
fake
counterfeit
unreliable
untrustworthy
inexperienced
incompetent
discredited
disputed
questionable
dubious
uncertain
inconclusive
unsubstantiated
unsupported
unjustified
unvindicated
refuted
disproven
debunked
contradicted
denied
rejected
dismissed