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Proof vs. Evidence
Proof
/pruːf/Examples:
In Dahlem Rosbaud passed along the galley proofs.'There is no proof that this letter was written to me.'Otherwise we have no proof against you at all.
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This word has no antonymsEvidence
/ˈɛvɪd(ə)ns/Examples:
"There was a certain amount of feeling evidenced against Dr. Quentin.If not, at least there would be evidence of a struggle.We must remember that when we consider her medical evidence.'
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Proof is often used in contexts like mathematics or logic, where something can be irrefutably demonstrated.
- Evidence is typically used in legal contexts or scientific research where it supports a theory or fact but doesn’t necessarily prove it beyond doubt.
- Proof tends to have a more absolute connotation, suggesting a complete demonstration or verification.
- Evidence is more about supporting or suggesting something rather than conclusively demonstrating it.
- Think of proof as the final answer, while evidence as the stepping stones towards finding an answer.
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