Synonyms for
Proofs
Definition
Proofs are pieces of evidence that show something is true.
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- mathematical proofs
- legal proofs
- scientific proofs
- conclusive proofs
- irrefutable proofs
- provide proofs
- submit proofs
- demand proofs
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Usage note
The plural 'proofs' is most commonly used in academic, legal, or scientific contexts to refer to evidence or demonstrations. It can also refer to preliminary versions of printed material.
Example sentences
- The detective used the proofs to solve the crime.
- I don't believe you without any proofs.
- She provided the proofs to back up her claims.
- The scientist needs to do more research to gather more proofs.
- Can you show me some proofs that this is true?
Quotes
Proofs are the last thing consulted, and the first thing forgotten.
There are no proofs of anything. There are only probabilities.
A little inaccuracy sometimes saves tons of explanation.