proof positive
Beyond all doubt
Proof positive is conclusive evidence that settles a matter beyond doubt.
The phrase emphasizes certainty—not just proof, but undeniable proof: Her fingerprints on the weapon were proof positive of her presence at the scene.
Often used with "that": This is proof positive that the system works.
Ending all debate
- irrefutableImpossible to disprove
- incontrovertibleImpossible to deny
- definitiveSettling a question finally
- undeniableImpossible to contradict
confirmation · verification · substantiation · corroboration · documentation · demonstration · testimony · authentication
Cannot be challenged
- indisputableImpossible to contest
- absoluteTotal, without qualification
- clear-cutPlainly evident, unmistakable
- unassailableImpossible to attack successfully
unequivocal · decisive · compelling · airtight · watertight · beyond doubt · slam dunk · open-and-shut
Firmly held belief
- verdictOfficial court decision
- guiltyResponsible for wrongdoing
- trialJudicial examination of claims
- testimonySworn statement as evidence
evidence · prosecution · exhibit · witness · reasonable doubt · admissible · circumstantial · direct evidence
conclusive
Ending all debate
- irrefutableImpossible to disprove
- incontrovertibleImpossible to deny
- definitiveSettling a question finally
undeniable · confirmation · verification · substantiation · corroboration · documentation · demonstration · testimony · authentication · attestation
unquestionable
Cannot be challenged
- indisputableImpossible to contest
- absoluteTotal, without qualification
- clear-cutPlainly evident, unmistakable
unassailable · unequivocal · decisive · compelling · airtight · watertight · beyond doubt · slam dunk · open-and-shut · guaranteed
conviction
Firmly held belief
testimony · evidence · prosecution · exhibit · witness · reasonable doubt · admissible · circumstantial · direct evidence · prima facie
proof positiveinconclusive
Not yielding a decision
circumstantial evidence · ambiguous · uncertain · suggestive · speculative
proof positivedisproof
Evidence showing falsehood
refutation · disconfirmation · counterevidence · negative · rebuttal
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