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proofproof /pruf/ noun ► proof facts that prove something is true: The police don’t have any proof that he stole the money.Do you have any proof of your identity, such as a driver's license or a passport?► evidence AWL things that you see, hear, or learn that make you believe that something exists or is true: Scientists are looking for evidence of life on Mars.There is no evidence that vitamin C actually prevents colds.➔ Evidence also means the facts and information that are used to prove that someone is guilty or not guilty of a crime: The police collected a lot of evidence showing that Morris committed the robbery. ➔ GRAMMAR: Evidence cannot be used in the plural. Don't say: We can show you evidences that this is true. Say: We can show you evidence that this is true.► documentation AWL official documents or written reports that prove that something is true or correct: You must provide documentation when opening a bank account, for example some form of ID and a bill with your address on it.► confirmation AWL proof, for example facts or evidence, that makes you sure that something is true or correct: We have a report of a fire in the downtown area, but we are still waiting for official confirmation of this. |