unproven

adjective

un·​prov·​en ˌən-ˈprü-vən How to pronounce unproven (audio)
 British also  -ˈprō-
: not tested and shown to be good, true, or useful : not proven
an unproven allegation/theory
unproven benefits
unproven technology

Examples of unproven in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The agency is also pouring money into unproven practices, critics said. The Arizona Republic, 5 Mar. 2024 The outburst over Gemini is the latest example of tech companies’ unproven AI products getting caught up in the culture wars over diversity, content moderation and representation. Nitasha Tiku, Washington Post, 23 Feb. 2024 So expectations for next season will be greater than last year, when the Rams pulled back in spending and relied on young, unproven players. Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2024 Some platform companies that have not had regulatory trouble, but whose business models remain unproven, are also underperforming in the stock market as investors remain unconvinced about their prospects. Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 16 Feb. 2024 The report came out as House Republicans are conducting an impeachment inquiry focused on unproven allegations that President Biden benefited from his son Hunter's overseas business dealings. Harold Maass, theweek, 5 Jan. 2024 By goosing justifications and taking other maneuvers to drive work to unproven but well-connected partners, the Navy itself has caused both delay and price increases at the Navy’s big shipyards. Craig Hooper, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024 Why did Global Wellness decide to bet on the unproven and highly futuristic hyperloop over a more traditional train? Jeff Kiger, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2024 Replacing a quality, effective coach with an unproven assistant makes no sense. Mike Preston, Baltimore Sun, 15 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined above

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“Unproven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unproven. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Legal Definition

unproven

adjective
un·​prov·​en
ˌən-ˈprü-vən
: not proven
an unproven allegation

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