probate
What is another word for probate? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To legally validate a will after someone's death, confirming it as authentic before an estate is distributed.
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How to use probate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
probate a will
probate court
go through probate
Etymology
From Latin probatus, "tested" or "proven," from probare, "to test or examine" — the same root as "probe" and "prove."
Full origin of probate →Frequently asked questions
What does “probate” mean?
The word “probate” means to legally validate a will after someone's death, confirming it as authentic before an estate is distributed. In plain terms, the legal process of confirming a will is valid.
How do you pronounce “probate”?
“Probate” is pronounced PROH-bayt (/ˈpɹəʊbeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “probate” in a sentence?
Here is “probate” used in a sentence: “The will had to be probated before the heirs could receive their inheritance.”
What part of speech is “probate”?
“Probate” is a verb.
Where does the word “probate” come from?
The word “probate” comes from Latin. From Latin probatus, "tested" or "proven," from probare, "to test or examine" — the same root as "probe" and "prove.".
