Proven
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɹuː.vn̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Proven is an adjective meaning Having been proved; having proved its value or truth.
Meaning
Having been proved; having proved its value or truth.
More Meanings
- past participle of prove
Example Sentences
It's a proven fact that morphine is a more effective painkiller than acetaminophen is.
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Synonyms for proven
Depending on context, synonyms include established, verified, tested, proved, evidenced, tried.
Antonyms for proven
Common opposites include disproven, unproved.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include verified, tried, well-tried, established, evidenced, tested.
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