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proofs

[/pruːfs/]
noun
provas
1. Evidence or facts that establish the truth of something
The detective gathered proofs to solve the case.
O detetive reuniu provas para resolver o caso.
2. Test copies of printed material before final production
The publisher sent proofs of the book to the author for review.
A editora enviou provas do livro ao autor para revisão.
3. Mathematical or logical demonstrations
The student presented three different proofs for the theorem.
O aluno apresentou três provas diferentes para o teorema.
4. Alcoholic strength or potency of liquor
This whiskey is 100 proofs.
Este uísque é 100 graus de prova.
Synonyms
evidencetestimonyverificationconfirmationsubstantiation
Antonyms
disproofrefutationdenial

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
provas
Most common usage for evidence and test copies
Portugal
provas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used for academic exams
General Brazilian
comprovantes
Alternative for documents serving as proof

Related Idioms & Phrases

the proof is in the pudding
put it to the proof
burden of proof
proof positive
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