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prover

prover

7.5
A person or program that checks math and logic arguments
  • noun
  • /ˈpruːvər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : comprobador automático de teoremas
  • Based on this reasoning, automated theorem provers can soundly prove deep properties about computer programs.
  • theorem prover
  • automated theorem prover

Examples

  • Automated theorem prov ers help mathematicians confirm the validity of complex proofs quickly and accurately.

  • Modern automated theorem provers can reason about various theories, such as integer arithmetic, bitwise arithmetic, and arrays.

    Academic text (2011)

  • An obvious way to solve logic puzzles is the use of theorem provers for first-order logic.

    Academic text (2017)

  • Boogie relies on Z3, an automated theorem prover. The original version of this paper was published in Programming Language Design and Implementation (PLDI), 2010, ACM.

    Academic text (2011)

  • A theorem prover can assist in verifying the correctness of software systems by automatically checking logical assertions.

  • In mathematics, a reliable theorem prover is essential for establishing the truth of various logical statements.

Synonyms

solver
vsprover
20 3.9

A person who finds answers to problems by thinking carefully, like puzzles or math questions

focuses on establishing truth or argument rather than only finding solutions
verifier
vsprover
1 6.1

A person who checks that information or documents are correct

is stronger, establishing truth rather than just confirming accuracy
validator
vsprover
1 4.4

A person or tool that checks if information meets required rules

establishes truth in logic contexts rather than testing against standards
confirmer
vsprover
1 4.9

A person or device that checks facts and shows they are true

is about establishing truth rather than merely agreeing something seems correct
realizer
vsprover
  • Specialized
9.9

A program or method that shows a math statement is true

is the general way to establish truth often beyond constructive objects

How Rigorous

proof
  • Specialized
36 6.0
prover
  • Specialized
7.5
argument
∞ 2.5
illustration
61 3.2

Surface Forms

prover singular
provers plural

Morphology

prover = prove (transparent) = prove + er

Regular agent/instrument formation: 'prove' + '-er' yields 'one who or that which proves', applicable in mathematical/logic contexts.

Etymology

Prover comes from the verb prove, from Latin probare meaning 'to test'. In math and logic, a prover is a person or computer that 'tests' and 'shows' a statement is true.