adj
probative
PROH-buh-tihv
Probative (adj) means serving to prove or provide evidence for something, especially in a legal context. Example: “The judge ruled the photo had strong probative value in the case.”
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Serving to prove or provide evidence for something, especially in a legal context.
"The judge ruled the photo had strong probative value in the case."
How to use probative
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHelping to prove something, usually used about evidence in a legal case.
When to use it
Mostly used in legal writing and courtroom contexts.
Common pairings
probative value
probative evidence
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more probative
- Superlative
- most probative
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Etymology
From Latin probativus, "belonging to proof," from probare, "to test or prove."
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See all rhymes for probative →Frequently asked questions
What does “probative” mean?
The word “probative” means serving to prove or provide evidence for something, especially in a legal context. In plain terms, helping to prove something, usually used about evidence in a legal case.
How do you pronounce “probative”?
“Probative” is pronounced PROH-buh-tihv (/ˈproʊ.bə.tɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “probative” in a sentence?
Here is “probative” used in a sentence: “The judge ruled the photo had strong probative value in the case.”
What is the opposite of “probative”?
The opposite of “probative” — its antonyms — are disprobative and prejudicial.
What part of speech is “probative”?
“Probative” is an adjective.
Where does the word “probative” come from?
The word “probative” comes from Latin. From Latin probativus, "belonging to proof," from probare, "to test or prove.".
