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proof

gb/pɹˈuf/ us/pɹˈuf/
B1 ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ
~ 2800
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ਨਾਂਵ B1 entity
1

evidence showing truth

Information or facts that show something is true.

ਵਰਤੋਂ ਦਾ ਢਾਂਚਾ: [proof] of [something]
ਆਮ ਗਲਤੀ:
Learners sometimes confuse 'proof' with 'prove'. 'Proof' is a noun; 'prove' is a verb meaning to show something is true.
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
evidence (A broader term for anything that can support a claim, not always conclusive.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
disproof (Evidence or argument that shows something is false.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
clear proof |hard proof |proof of identity |proof beyond doubt |lack of proof
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
law |science |daily life |communication
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • The scientist provided proof that the new drug was effective.
  • Do you have any proof of your address?
  • Her fingerprints were the proof the police needed.
  • We finally found proof that the story was true.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • I need proof of your name.
  • The photo is proof that we were there.
  • He showed me proof that he paid.
  • They have proof of his age.
ਨਾਂਵ technical B2 entity
2

test print before final

A test copy of writing or pictures made before the final version.

ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
draft (A preliminary version, not necessarily printed.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
final copy (The completed and approved version for release.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
proof copy |galley proof |page proof
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
publishing |printing |work |arts_entertainment
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • The editor reviewed the proof and marked several mistakes.
  • Please send me a proof before printing the invitations.
  • The book went through three proofs before publication.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • We read the proof before printing.
  • The proof had two mistakes.
  • She sent me a proof of the poster.
ਨਾਂਵ technical B2 quantity
3

alcohol strength measure

A number that shows how strong an alcoholic drink is.

ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
alcohol content (General term for the amount of alcohol present, not a specific scale.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
100-proof whiskey |80-proof rum
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
food |measurement |food_drink
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • This bottle contains 80-proof vodka.
  • The rum is 100-proof, so drink carefully.
  • In the US, 50% alcohol by volume equals 100 proof.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • This drink is 80 proof.
  • That whiskey is 100 proof.
  • Proof tells how strong a drink is.
ਨਾਂਵ technical C1 entity
4

logical demonstration of truth

A set of steps that shows something in math or logic must be true.

ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
demonstration (Formal showing of validity, often used in mathematics and logic.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
formal proof |mathematical proof |construct a proof
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
mathematics |logic |education |science
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • The student presented a formal proof of the theorem.
  • Without a proof, the claim remains unverified.
  • Mathematical proofs require rigorous reasoning.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • We wrote a proof in math class.
  • The teacher showed us a proof.
  • A proof explains why it is true.
ਵਿਆਕਰਨ
ਸ਼ਬਦਕੋਸ਼ੀ ਰੂਪ
proof
IPA
GB/pɹˈuf/
US/pɹˈuf/
ਸਿਲੇਬਲ ਅਤੇ ਜ਼ੋਰ
proof (1 ਸਿਲੇਬਲ)
Stress on 1st syllable (proof)
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਰੂਪ
Noun
  • Base: proof
  • Plural: proof, proofs
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ
Forms
proofs noun
Core family
prove verb B1
Negative and opposite forms
disprove verb disproof noun
Advanced or less common
provable adjective
ਅਭਿਵੈਕਤੀਆਂ

burden of proof

1
/bˈɚdən əv pɹˈuf/
fixed phrase formal

duty to prove claim

The duty to give evidence to show that something is true.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • In a trial, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution.
  • The burden of proof is on those making the accusation.

proof positive

2
/pɹˈuf pˈɑzɪtɪv/
fixed phrase

definite evidence of truth

Clear evidence that shows something is true with no doubt.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • His fingerprints on the weapon are proof positive of his guilt.
  • The test results are proof positive that the treatment works.

the proof is in the pudding

1
/ðə pɹˈuf ˈɪz ˈɪn ðə pˈʊdɪŋ/
idiom

results show the true value

you only know if it works after you try it

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • The new software looks impressive, but the proof is in the pudding once we start using it.
  • He promised the changes would help; the proof is in the pudding.
  • It sounds like a good idea, but the proof is in the pudding.

the proof is in the pudding

3
/ðə pɹˈuf ˈɪz ˈɪn ðə pˈʊdɪŋ/
idiom informal

results show real value

You can only know how good something is by trying it or seeing the results.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • You say your cake is great, but the proof is in the pudding.
  • The design looks nice, but the proof is in the pudding once we test it.

waterproof / bulletproof / fireproof etc.

4
/wˈɔtɚpɹˌuf bˈʊlɪtpɹˌuf fˈaɪɚpɹˌuf ˌɛtsˈɛtɚə ‖/
fixed phrase

protected from specific damage type

Not able to be harmed by water, bullets, fire, etc., depending on the word before 'proof'.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • This watch is waterproof up to 50 meters.
  • The safe is fireproof to protect documents.

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