as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
she presented proof that she had not cheated
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of proof
These extrajudicial renditions are proof that immigrants are being unfairly scapegoated and targeted to carry out an unjust political agenda.
—
Dan Gooding
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
That whiskey is obviously not a single-barrel expression and is bottled at a sturdy 100 proof.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The foundations of human persuasion are well-documented, perhaps most famously by Dr. Robert Cialdini, who outlined principles like reciprocity, scarcity, authority, commitment and consistency, liking, and social proof.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final is proof that’s not the case.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for proof
Dan Gooding
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
That whiskey is obviously not a single-barrel expression and is bottled at a sturdy 100 proof.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The foundations of human persuasion are well-documented, perhaps most famously by Dr. Robert Cialdini, who outlined principles like reciprocity, scarcity, authority, commitment and consistency, liking, and social proof.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final is proof that’s not the case.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for proof
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proof
Noun
-
Russia’s Baza Telegram channel, which often publishes information from sources in the security services and law enforcement, reported, without providing evidence, that according to preliminary information, the bridge was blown up.—
Lidia Kelly,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
-
Here’s why fraud affecting the credit reporting system is so pervasive, including some of the evidence suggesting fraudsters’ are having success in manipulating the credit reporting industry.—
Dr. David Maimon,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
-
Lawmakers will hear testimony from Democratic Govs.—
The Hill Staff,
The Hill,
12 June 2025
-
Prior to Jane’s testimony resuming, the defense and prosecution sparred over whether to publicly name some people who might come up in cross.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
Noun
-
By enhancing the precision and completeness of documentation, AI can streamline processes and bolster financial stability.—
London Business School,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
-
This lack of documentation exposes these communities to disaster capitalism.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
5 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Proof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proof. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share