additional proof

[ə-ˈdi-shə-nəl ˈprüf]
nounpl: additional proofs
prova adicional
1. further or supplementary evidence provided to support or verify a claim, argument, or fact
The lawyer requested additional proof to strengthen the defendant's alibi.
O advogado solicitou prova adicional para fortalecer o álibi do réu.
2. extra documentation or evidence beyond what was initially presented
We need additional proof of residence before we can process your application.
Precisamos de prova adicional de residência antes de processar sua solicitação.
3. supplementary verification in mathematics, logic, or academic contexts
The mathematician provided additional proof that the theorem was correct.
O matemático forneceu prova adicional de que o teorema estava correto.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, 'additional proof' is a formal term commonly used in courtrooms, administrative procedures, and official documentation. In Brazil, it's frequently required for visa applications, housing contracts, and financial transactions. The concept reflects the importance of thorough documentation in formal institutional processes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
further evidencesupplementary proofcorroborating evidenceextra documentationadditional evidence
Antonyms / Antônimos
insufficient prooflack of evidenceunsubstantiated claim

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prova adicional
standard usage in legal, academic, and administrative contexts
Rio de Janeiro
prova adicional / comprovação extra
both terms are commonly used in official documentation
São Paulo
prova adicional / documentação complementar
used frequently in business and legal transactions
Portugal
prova adicional / comprovativo adicional
formal administrative terminology; 'comprovativo' is preferred in some contexts

Related Words

evidencedocumentationverificationsubstantiationcorroborationtestimony

Related Idioms & Phrases

the proof is in the pudding
burden of proof
beyond a shadow of a doubt
clinching evidence
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