counterproof

English

noun

Definitions

(printing) The inverted image of an original proof.
(logic) A proof that contradicts a given statement.

Etymology

Prefix from English proof (firmness, resiliency).

Origin

English

proof

Gloss

firmness, resiliency

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Cognates and derived terms

disproof English
nonproof English
overproof English
proof English
proofer English
proofless English
prooflike English
proofread English
prooftext English
semiproof English
subproof English
underproof English
unproof English
warproof English
preuve French
proof Middle English
aaphroofey Manx