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Bear Sb/Sth Meaning Show Correct True Synonym Support

Word bear out
Meaning

Meaning: to show that someone is correct or that something is true

Synonym: support

Example For example:

  • bear out sb/sth The latest evidence bears out Al Gore's belief that global warming is really happening and that it's a very serious problem.

  • bear sb/sth out I've always said that the economic bubble would burst, and my students will bear me out on that.

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