proven

adjective

Definition of provennext
as in demonstrated

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proven
  1. confirmed
  2. valid
  3. established
  4. effective
  5. real
  6. actual
Adjective
  • Although there are no confirmed person-to-person infections so far, Susanne recently reported on research that indicates the strain currently affecting dairy cows is one mutation away from becoming easily transmitted between humans.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Currently there are no confirmed cases of HPAI in Michigan in the last 30 days, as of Dec. 5, according to data from the USDA.
    Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of confirmed
Adjective
  • While there are valid concerns about intellectual property, national security, and predatory trade practices from China, upcoming tariff issues require nuanced solutions that don’t punish US industry.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Lyft is offering $25 vouchers, valid for two trips, to 500 customers from now (January 10) until midnight on January 15.
    Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of valid
Adjective
  • Nevertheless, streetwear’s influence on the broader fashion industry continues as new and established brands aim to carve a niche in the market and home in on their heritage to appeal to a larger customer base.
    Layla Ilchi, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
  • These Are Whole Foods Market’s Top 10 Food And Beverage Trends For 2025 The 10th anniversary of the annual report is compiled from industry experience, consumer preferences, and collaborative sessions with emerging and established brands.
    Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of established
Adjective
  • Hoffman's slider was so effective that day, Harper reportedly wondered aloud why Hoffman wasn't pitching out of the Phillies' bullpen.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
  • Yes, online therapy appears to be pretty darn effective and has been endorsed by the American Psychological Association.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of effective
Adjective
  • If style is your top priority but function is less important, expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $250, depending on the brand and materials (for example, real leather is often more expensive).
    Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Normally, the jet stream resembles a real stream, slicing directly across the country with perhaps a few small meanders.
    Ned Kleiner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of real
Adjective
  • Last year, poor air quality from wildfire smoke in Canada spread all the way to New York and many states in northeastern America, posing dangerous threats to health hundreds and thousands of miles away from the actual fire.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • Given that the cast had a complex relationship with fame due to their actual names and faces in the film, Toti, Kempf and Christian decided to never release the project to streaming, digital or an easily pirateable physical release.
    William Earl, Variety, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of actual
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