proven
adjective [only before noun]Word Family
Idioms - prove verb (≠ disprove)
- proof noun
- proven adjective (≠ unproven)
tested and shown to be true 被证明的；已证实的 a student of proven ability 确有才华的学生 It is a proven fact that fluoride strengthens growing teeth. 氟化物可以强化生长中的牙齿，这是已证明的事实。
Extra ExamplesThe juice is clinically proven to reduce cholesterol. 经过临床验证，这种汁液可以降低胆固醇。 a scientifically proven method for increasing stamina 一种经科学证明能增加耐力的方法 The candidate should have a proven track record of handling large projects. 申请人要有可靠的经办大型项目的实际经验。
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryverbs- be
- well
- conclusively
- fully
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Idioms
not proven
(in Scottish law 苏格兰法律 a verdict (= decision) at a trial that there is not enough evidence to show that somebody is guilty or innocent, and that they must be set free 证据不足（不予起诉）