What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unproved
Example
The new drug is unproved and may have unknown side effects. [unproved: adjective]
Example
The hypothesis remains unproved until further research is conducted. [unproved: adjective]
unproven
Example
The company's unproven technology has yet to be tested in the market. [unproven: adjective]
Example
The defendant's guilt remains unproven due to lack of evidence. [unproven: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unproven is more commonly used than unproved in everyday language, especially in American English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unproved and unproven?
Both unproved and unproven are relatively formal words that are often used in scientific or technical contexts. However, unproven may have a slightly stronger connotation of skepticism or doubt.
