Phrase guide

prove oneself

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To demonstrate or establish one's own worth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

show one's ability or courage

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: prove, demonstrate, establish, show, shew

History

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: todistaa taitonsa — to demonstrate one's own worth
  • French: faire ses preuves — to demonstrate one's own worth
  • Polish: wykazać się — to demonstrate one's own worth
  • Russian: прояви́ть себя́ (projavítʹ sebjá) — to demonstrate one's own worth