# probate vs promote

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### probate
*noun · IPA /ˈpɹəʊbeɪt/ · frequency rank #23,638*
The legal process of verifying the legality of a will.

### promote
*verb · IPA /pɹəˈmoʊt/ · frequency rank #2,697*
To raise (someone) to a more important, responsible, or remunerative job or rank.

## Source
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