PROVES Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

proves

verb

present tense third-person singular of prove

as in demonstrates

to show the existence or truth of by evidence the prosecutor used DNA evidence to prove the defendant's guilt

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as in emerges

to come to be the new automobile engine design proved impractical

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as in establishes

to gain full recognition or acceptance of proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage

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Recent Examples of proves But if Murray proves a strong match with O’Connell and Justin Jefferson, this team will be difficult to beat. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026 Gen immediately proves Aesha right by hoping the next guests are more demanding so cracks will show. — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026 Styled with a suede coat, relaxed jeans, and Tabi flats, this look proves the playful accessory isn’t just for summer. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026 If the idea proves to be practical, design work could begin in early 2027. — Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 In fact, research proves that protecting challenge and doing hard things can be terrifically beneficial for all kinds of wellbeing. — Tracy Brower, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Drunken dragonrider Ulf the White's rage proves pivotal Debaucherous dragonrider Ulf White (Tom Bennett) stumbles into playing a major role in the final battle with his dragon Silverwing. — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 Even if recycling technology proves to be the answer, there will still be waste left over. — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 9 Aug. 2026 When the siblings finally arrive, the bitter, suffocating reality that awaits them proves far harsher than Lucila had imagined. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

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The attempt to recruit Vinicius Jr demonstrates the intention.

— Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
As Amziah demonstrates during this lesson, the queen is the center of the universe and without her, the colony would collapse.

— Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of demonstrates

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If no winner emerges then as well, this is likely to become the first lottery prize to cross $1 billion since December 2025.

— Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
The findings could provide a framework for studying how collective behavior emerges in different systems.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of emerges

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Instead, the work establishes a controllable magnonic platform for studying synchronization and nonlinear magnetic dynamics.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
This agreement establishes strong protections, clear economics, and new creative possibilities for artists and their fans.

— Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of establishes

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Together, the setbacks also highlight a broader challenge for Taiwan, which is developing a layered defense system while drone technology evolves faster than traditional military procurement programmes can adapt.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026
What else to watch As the capex boom evolves, investors should pay close attention to the financing behind it, especially given that Amazon and Alphabet reported negative cash flow in the recent quarter.

— Sean Conlon, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of evolves

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The pricing shows just how wide that opportunity has become, whilst a Voyageur Celina Backpack sits at around $495, the brand’s McLaren luggage collection can reach $2,695+.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
As time passes and questions remain unanswered, the film shows how grief connects, relationships change, and new perspectives emerge.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of shows

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Shipboard sensors generate targeting information before the combat system develops a firing solution.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026
If someone develops shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, confusion, an irregular heartbeat or other concerning symptoms after dry scooping, Sutton recommends seeking urgent or emergency medical care.

— Dr. Onaola Adedeji, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

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