Proofs

You need these to prove an accusation to be true. Proofs must be physical, and witnesses are NOT proofs.

Dude 1: "Your breath smells so bad! Brush your teeth!"
Dude 2: "My breath smells great, you have no proofs!"
Dude 1: "Literally everyone can smell your bad breath! There are so many witnesses."
Dude 2: "UM, WITNESSES ARE NOT PROOFS!"

by NoYouMan May 10, 2017

Ten Column Proofs

To realize that you have been tricked and these are not actually real. This was all a waste of time.

I can’t believe that I actually believed ten column proofs are real!

by AshtonBigBoi February 11, 2019

Law of Spectral Proofs

The principle that proofs exist on a spectrum between absolute and relative, with infinite gradations and multiple dimensions. Under this law, a proof isn't simply valid or invalid, conclusive or inconclusive—it has spectral properties: strength in some dimensions (logical necessity), weakness in others (empirical support), and different force for different audiences. The law of spectral proofs recognizes that proof is not binary but continuous, that what counts as proof varies across domains (mathematics, law, science, everyday life), and that the question isn't "is this a proof?" but "where on the spectrum of proof does this demonstration fall?" This law is essential for understanding why some proofs convince everyone and others only convince those who already agree.

Law of Spectral Proofs Example: "She evaluated his argument using spectral proofs, mapping it across dimensions: logical validity (high), empirical support (medium), rhetorical force (high for some audiences, low for others), contextual fit (depends on assumptions). The spectral coordinates explained why the proof convinced her colleagues but not her critics. The law didn't resolve the disagreement, but it showed where it lived."

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal February 16, 2026

Law of Absolute and Relative Proofs

The principle that proofs operate in two modes: absolute proofs (demonstrations that establish truth beyond any reasonable doubt, in any framework) and relative proofs (demonstrations that establish truth within a particular system, for a particular audience, under particular assumptions). The law acknowledges that some proofs are universally compelling—mathematical proofs that follow from axioms, logical proofs that are valid in any system. Other proofs are context-dependent—legal proofs that meet standards of evidence, scientific proofs that satisfy peer review, everyday proofs that convince specific audiences. The law of absolute and relative proofs reconciles the ideal of proof as conclusive with the reality that proof is always for someone, somewhere, under some standards.

Example: "They argued about whether he'd proven his case. Absolute proofs: none—no mathematical demonstration, no logical necessity. Relative proofs: plenty—evidence that would convince a jury, arguments that would persuade a reader, data that would satisfy a reviewer. The law of absolute and relative proofs said: he'd proven it relatively, not absolutely. They agreed to disagree on whether that was enough."

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal February 16, 2026

Zombie-Proofing

1- To make a property or dwelling difficult or impossible to break into without the use of machines or tools.

2- To make safe from wandering tuffs or damage from civil unrest.

I'm Zombie-Proofing the basement by installing glass block windows.

by Cuneus Stern October 2, 2013

idiot proofing

When precautions have to be taken or things have to be severely simplified to prevent idiots from breaking, screwing up or ruining something.

They are idiot proofing the white house.

by theauthormarkwilkins February 2, 2017

Grian-Proofing

The act of adding a specific feature onto a theoretically finished contraption or building to stop Grian from tampering with it, which may result in said contraption/building being destroyed in a half a second.

To be used in the context of Minecraft

Grian-Proofing may also be used to classify some kind of lock on an object that stops it from being used by normal people that don't have the key.

Guy1: "OK, I think I've finished this massive redstone-only item filter."
Guy2: "Did you Grian-Proof it?"
Guy1: "Oh yeah... Would adding a misc. item bin be sufficient Grian-Proofing?"
Guy2: "Make sure he can't get the items back"
Guy1: >:3

by billGatesButBetter September 12, 2019