TESTAMENT Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

testament

noun

ˈte-stə-mənt

Definition of testament

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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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 After all, the company’s trillion-dollar initial public offering is a triumph of public policy as well as a testament to Elon Musk’s talents as an entrepreneur. — Mary Guenther, Washington Post, 8 July 2026 This precision is a testament to the intimacy that exists between plant and place, an intimacy born of centuries of people and landscapes coming into being together. — Angelica Calabrese, Longreads, 7 July 2026 Featuring new original work from Aria Aber, Isabella Hammad, Omar Berrada, Eileen Myles, Ariana Reines and others who cite Adnan as a lodestar, My Center… is a testament to this poet’s gravity. — Literary Hub, 6 July 2026 The movie being made is a testament to how AI has grown in capabilities, but the real question is if a major studio will acquire it. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for testament

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Noun

And there is also evidence the pattern carries across to the Copa America.

— Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Officers were initially called for reports of shots fired in the area and arrived to find evidence of a shooting.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 14 July 2026

Definition of evidence

Noun

While this has always been the case, the AI boom and geopolitical tensions have made balancing these two ideologies an urgent matter, Persson suggested.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 16 July 2026
Supporters of Cooper, who delivers her monologues with upbeat zeal, view her as a thoughtful voice challenging progressive ideology.

— Avery Stone, Time, 14 July 2026

Definition of ideology

Noun

Each of our squirrel-proof bird feeder picks is top rated on Amazon, and our list includes popular brands like Brome, Kingsyard, and Perky-Pet.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
White sneakers tend to lead the trends come spring and summer, but Styles is proof that a black pair of comfy kicks is just as wearable—with a slightly more edgy feel.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of proof

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Student-athletes may have to adjust to a new coach, a new culture, new expectations and sometimes a completely different philosophy.

— Timothy Baghurst, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Their philosophy is to create design-forward retreats across the Mediterranean, combining the natural surroundings and heritage of each property with high-end service and amenities.

— Jonathan Samuels, TheWeek, 17 July 2026

Definition of philosophy

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Over the next few days, commissioners will hear testimony from experts and weigh evidence before deciding later this year whether to approve, modify or reject Duke’s request.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s testimony before Congress.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Definition of testimony

Noun

Even Fitz-Gerald’s locker is a callback to his mom’s doctrines.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 10 July 2026
But the doctrine has been employed in very limited circumstances in the past, and the government has never developed rules to ensure that it is not abused.

— Benjamin Leff, The Conversation, 9 July 2026

Definition of doctrine

Noun

Conversely, there are moments throughout Pompeii where the trail goes cold due to insufficient documentation from 2,000 years ago, frustrating Hiddleston in the process.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
The rate was $485 a night, according to expense documentation provided to the Herald through the records request.

— Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

Definition of documentation

Noun

Early adopters often uncover blind spots, improve the final product and provide authentic testimonials that help build trust with future customers.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Social media is full of testimonials, but veterinarians and researchers tell a more complicated story about what this fungus can and cannot do.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026

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