1. established as true or genuine through evidence or demonstration

Examples

• The medicine has a proven track record of success.
• She is a proven leader with years of experience.
• The theory remains unproven despite extensive research.
• His proven ability to solve problems made him valuable to the team.
• The company uses proven methods to ensure quality.
• It’s a proven fact that exercise improves health.
• The detective needed proven evidence to make an arrest.