negative proofglossary / negative proof Proof that establishes a fact by showing that its opposite is not or cannot be true. Cf. positive proof. [Cases: Evidence 586. C.J.S. Evidence §§ 339, 1309, 1328.] 词条贡献者 资深译员Sheldon,毕业于亚洲顶尖的高级翻译学院,擅长翻译有关零售和消费品领域的法律文件。