verb

prove

Translation

to prove, to demonstrate, to turn out

Can you prove that you are right?

The new treatment proved to be effective.

He must prove himself to the team.

((sth.)) to demonstrate the truth of (sth.) by evidence or argument. Can you prove your theory?

((to be sth.)) to turn out to be (sth.). The rumour proved to be false.

((oneself)) to show one's abilities or worth. He needs to prove himself to the new coach.

Synonyms: demonstrate, verify, confirm; Antonyms: disprove, refute

From Latin 'probare' meaning 'to test, approve, demonstrate'. Related to 'probe' and 'probable'.

To 'prove' something, you need 'proof'. The two words are directly related and sound similar.