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DictionaryprovableAble to be proved
adjective

provable

PROO-vuh-bul/ˈpruːvəbl/

Able to be shown to be true by evidence or argument.

The clay pieces' equal mass is provable by placing them on the balanced scale.

An older woman demonstrates that two differently shaped clay pieces have equal mass by placing them on a level two-pan balance, making their equality visibly testable rather than merely asserted.
Etymology
provLatinto test, demonstrate
+ableFrenchcapable of being

The root connects testing something with making it credible or demonstrating it. Something provable can have its truth established through evidence or reasoning, extending the older idea of judging by trial.

In context

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More examples

  • The theorem is provable with basic algebra.
  • A convincing explanation is not always a provable one.
  • The lawyer focuses on provable facts rather than rumors.

Forms

provable

prove verb — To show something to be true.

provably adverb — In a way supported by proof.

Similar words

demonstrable
Emphasizes being clearly shown through reasoning, evidence, or examples.
verifiable
Emphasizes checking accuracy against records, observations, or other sources.