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Language Research - Words
prove · verb T /pruːv/Full view
Nouns: proof
Adjectives: proven
Verbs: prove, disprove
prove (SHOW TRUTH)
B1 to show that something is true
Dictionary examples:

Can you prove that you weren't there?

They proved his innocence.

That theory was never proven.

He's always trying to prove something.

Learner example:

It was real[l]y stressful because I wanted to prove that the level of my English is high enough for this class but I was too nervous to speak cor[r]ectly. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Polish)

prove (RESULT)
B2 to show a particular result or quality after a period of time
Dictionary examples:

The operation proved a complete success.

The new treatment has proved to be very effective.

Learner example:

John proved to be a good friend and I really thank him for what he did for me. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

prove yourself
C2 to show that you are good at something
Dictionary example:

I wish he'd stop trying to prove himself all the time.

Learner example:

Two weeks ago his coach had told him: "Morisson, you're going to play No.9 on Saturday against United, and it's going to be your last chance to prove yourself." (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Greek)

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