1
as in to guarantee
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
a note from my doctor avouching that my medical condition did indeed disqualify me from gym class
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in to claim
to state as a fact usually forcefully
avouched that he had never cheated on his taxes in his life
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to declare
to state clearly and strongly
she tends to avouch her opinions in such a way as to imply that anyone who thinks otherwise is an idiot
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for avouch
Verb
-
For example, as part of its agreement with OpenAI, Nvidia has reportedly discussed guaranteeing loans the startup would use to build its own data centers—a move that could leave the chipmaker on the hook for billions in debt if OpenAI can’t repay.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025 -
That wasn't guaranteed at the beginning of this effort a few months ago.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Israeli officials have alleged that, in addition to the grueling conditions under which hostages were kept in by Hamas, slain citizens the group claimed were killed by Israeli strikes bore signs of summary executions upon their return.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
-
As Typhoon Edith nears and family dysfunction brews, Ren must claim his independence.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
It was formed in 2017 as a coalition of jihadist factions and immediately declared its allegiance to al Qaeda.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
-
Dominik Szoboszlai had just squandered a golden chance by firing tamely into the arms of Emiliano Martinez after winning the ball back high up the field when the Kop parked their frustration and vocally declared their unwavering faith in the Dutchman.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Once LCAs are certified, typically within seven to 10 days, employers can move forward with filing H-1B petitions with USCIS, a critical step for companies relying on highly skilled workers in sectors such as technology, health care and research.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
-
The device has been integrated into Tiangong's systems and certified for up to 500 uses.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Still, local lore, including online discussion threads, insists that the wise guy looms above the pews.—
Susan Mulcahy,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
-
Every government, donor, and institution has a role to play by funding the response, supporting recovery, and insisting that aid and education flow freely.—
Catherine Russell,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
But though Pope had the final (non-)hand in the goal, it was made possible by a complacent Newcastle performance in which their midfield failed to assert control in a match which had been handed to them.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
-
To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Online attacks against Banda escalated after her recognition for FIFPRO Women's World 11, prompting the NWSL to issue a statement denouncing all forms of harassment and affirming support for Banda and all players.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
-
Incredibly, the filmmaker succeeds in telling a deeply human story without a single human in sight, affirming that humanity – despite its name – isn't only a human trait.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The Porsche did not stop, struck the pedestrians and fled the scene, officials allege.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
-
The 37-year-old man has a record of theft, Beccuau alleged.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Avouch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avouch. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share