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bore out; borne out also born out; bearing out; bears out
Definition of bear out
: confirm, substantiate a theory borne out by data
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Synonyms & Antonyms for bear out
Synonyms
- argue,
- attest,
- authenticate,
- certify,
- confirm,
- corroborate,
- substantiate,
- support,
- validate,
- verify,
- vindicate
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The first known use of bear out was in the 15th century
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