testament

noun

ˈte-stə-mənt How to pronounce testament (audio)
Definition of testamentnext
1
as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim the "before" and "after" pictures are a testament to the effectiveness of the weight loss program

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2
as in ideology
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament Even in one of the world’s most exclusive communities, the deal was remarkably fast — a testament to the fresh wave of tech riches washing over the Bay Area from a booming AI industry and blockbuster IPOs. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 July 2026 Watching a teenager step up, take initiative and unlock his potential early is an incredible feeling—a vivid testament to what is possible when accessible local infrastructure exists to lift our kids up. — Talyn Green, Washington Post, 29 July 2026 The longevity of both these players in the Premier League is testament to their quality. — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 28 July 2026 Today, Tskaltubo's grand architecture stands as a testament to its faded glory—the sweeping arcs, decorative motifs, and faded murals all reminiscent of its once poignant beauty. — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for testament
Recent Examples of Synonyms for testament
  1. evidence
  2. ideology
  3. proof
  4. philosophy
  5. testimony
  6. doctrine
  7. documentation
  8. testimonial
Noun
  • Keep the message short, specific, and free of emotional evidence exhibits.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The evidence is already in the revenue per employee data, which is eclipsing every historical benchmark.
    — Michael Wee, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of evidence
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  • The bombing was the work of Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols, two former Army soldiers associated with far-right ideology and fueled by their deep suspicion of the federal government.
    — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
  • His ideology was shaped by a combination of conservative principles, a belief in democracy and a commitment to defending freedom and liberty.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of ideology
Noun
  • Among boy groups, TWICE’s JYP labelmates 2PM is the case most often referred to as proof that the arrangement can work sustainably.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • That whiskey was bottled at 110 proof, the same as past High Angels’ Share bourbon expressions from the distillery.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of proof
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  • For anyone whose customers and staff are drawn from the public rather than from philosophy departments, that gap is worth keeping in view.
    — ESMT Berlin, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Democratic socialism is a different political philosophy entirely.
    — Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of philosophy
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  • Monday's witnesses are expected to include police officers and doctors involved in the immediate response to the killings, building on testimony some of their colleagues gave for the prosecution last week.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The medical testimony came during the second week of Clancy’s trial on three counts of murder in the killings of her children Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and 8-month-old Callan.
    — Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of testimony
Noun
  • In Chinese statecraft, doctrine does not always precede action.
    — Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Modern powerhouses like Amazon and Apple continue to validate the long-term efficacy of deep customer obsession and continuous innovation, proving this enduring approach far more robust than the fleeting MSV doctrine.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of doctrine
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  • More specifically, the documentation suggests the LTE-M 4G connection can be used to transmit voice data, while there is also a satellite connection for other forms of data.
    — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Eligible employment, the right type of federal loans, qualifying repayment plans and consistent documentation all play a role in reaching forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of documentation
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  • Use stories, data, or testimonials that speak exclusively to your unique background to support your logic.
    — Matt Abrahams, Time, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The plan was to collect customer testimonials the company could use in Washington.
    — Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of testimonial

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