adjective
unproven
Unproven (adjective) means not shown or established to be true. Example: “The allegations remain unproven and the case is still under investigation.”
adjective
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Not shown or established to be true.
"The allegations remain unproven and the case is still under investigation."
How to use unproven
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot yet backed up with solid evidence or proof.
Common pairings
remain unproven
unproven allegations
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Etymology
From un- + proven.
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What does “unproven” mean?
The word “unproven” means not shown or established to be true. In plain terms, not yet backed up with solid evidence or proof.
How do you use “unproven” in a sentence?
Here is “unproven” used in a sentence: “The allegations remain unproven and the case is still under investigation.”
What part of speech is “unproven”?
“Unproven” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of unproven?
"unproven" (adjective) means not shown or established to be true.
