attest

verb

at·test | \ ə-ˈtest

attested; attesting; attests

Definition of attest

transitive verb

1a : to affirm to be true or genuine specifically : to authenticate by signing as a witness

b : to authenticate officially

2 : to establish or verify the usage of The first use of the word "Internet" is attested in 1985.

3 : to be proof of : manifest Her record attests her integrity.

4 : to put on oath

intransitive verb

: to show, prove, or state that something is true or real —usually used with to I can attest to the truth of his statement.attest to a belief

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Other Words from attest

attestation \ ˌa-ˌtes-ˈtā-shən

, ˌa-tə-ˈstā- \ noun

attester \ ə-ˈtes-tər

\ noun

Choose the Right Synonym for attest

certify, attest, witness, vouch mean to testify to the truth or genuineness of something. certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal. certified that the candidate had met all requirements attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses. attested to the authenticity of the document witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness. witnessed the signing of the will vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person. willing to vouch for her integrity

Examples of attest in a Sentence

I can attest that what he has said is true. The certificate attests the authenticity of the painting.

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