입증

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"입증" (pronounced "ipjeung") is a Korean word that generally means "proof," "demonstration," or "verification." It refers to the act of proving a certain fact by presenting evidence. Here's a breakdown of its meaning and usage:
Meaning:

• Proof, Verification, Demonstration: The core meaning of 입증 is to establish the truth or validity of something through evidence or argument. It's about showing that a claim or statement is correct.
• Confirmation: 입증 can also relate to confirming something, similar to the English word "corroboration."
• Validation: Showing the effectiveness of something.

Usage:

• In legal contexts: 입증 is frequently used in legal settings, referring to the process of proving a case or claim in court. 민사소송법 (Civil Procedure Act) defines it is the act in a lawsuit that causes a judge to be convinced that a factual claim is true, when the counterparty denies said fact.
• In everyday language: It's used in everyday conversations to describe proving something in general. It's a synonym of "proof" and "verification."
• In academic or scientific contexts: 입증 can refer to the process of validating a theory or hypothesis.

Examples of usage in sentences:

• 능력을 입증하다: To prove one's ability.
• 유죄를 입증하다: To prove someone guilty.
• 존재를 입증하다: To prove the existence of something.
• 주장을 입증하다: To prove a claim.
• 효과를 입증하다: To demonstrate the effectiveness (of something).
• 이론을 입증하다: To validate a theory.
• 혐의에서 벗어나다, 자신이 결백함을 입증하다: clear oneself from a charge.

Formal Definition from Fair Trade Commission:The Fair Trade Commission defines 입증 as presenting evidence, and notes that the concept of responsibility of proof (입증책임) has two meanings:

1. When the existence of facts for a legal relationship can't be determined, a disadvantage is applied to one of the involved parties.

2. It is the responsibility of the party to present said evidence in court.