avouched

verb

past tense of avouch
1
as in affirmed
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

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2
as in alleged
to state as a fact usually forcefully avouched that he had never cheated on his taxes in his life

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3
as in declared
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

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for avouched
  1. affirmed
  2. alleged
  3. declared
  4. attested
  5. claimed
  6. asserted
  7. guaranteed
  8. insisted
Verb
  • Billboard on Tuesday also affirmed its goal to be transparent about what songs on its chart were made with AI, working with Luminate’s new proprietary AI detector to determine which songs that rank on its charts are made with the technology.
    — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The party affirmed its backing for Nixon and gubernatorial Democratic nominee David Jolly, as well as other downballot Democrats.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of affirmed
Verb
  • However, the complaints alleged, administrators were unwilling to provide the dedicated aide.
    — Claire Sibonney, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Two exes alleged Watts blew past their boundaries to satisfy his own needs.
    — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of alleged
Verb
  • Set in the 1950s, Juul follows 17-year-old circus acrobat Juul, whose life changes forever after a tragic accident leaves her in a coma and declared brain-dead.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Reiterating its 2019 call for Kavala’s release, the court declared his life-without-parole conviction null and void and found multiple violations of fundamental rights and judicial independence guarantees.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of declared
Verb
  • Many Black parishioners who joined the Peoples Temple attested to the church’s racial inclusiveness.
    — James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2026
  • One Night Only is literally all contrivance, as attested to by the countdown clocks posted everywhere to alert everyone as to when the Sex Purge will be over.
    — Alison Willmore, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of attested
Verb
  • In his comments, the most substantial since taking on the new role, Rezaei also claimed the US’ attack on Iran had encouraged countries to seek protection by acquiring nuclear weapons.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The league also claimed Gold participated in parlay bets on NFL and college games.
    — Doug Haller, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of claimed
Verb
  • Yet the vice president asserted that Iran will feel a much greater impact.
    — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Despite missing out on the World Cup's Best Player, Mourinho asserted Real Madrid's midfield, including Tchouameni, Camavinga, and Valverde, has no deficit, even after Kroos and Modric's exits.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of asserted
Verb
  • Extensive coastal flooding is almost guaranteed, scientists say.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • And with 15 colors ranging from neutral to vivid hues, you’re guaranteed to find one that suits your style.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of guaranteed
Verb
  • The company has insisted that the WBD deal is pro-competitive, and has asserted that the deal’s opponents are driven by political concerns, including the prospect of CNN changing hands.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • This caused a strained relationship with the company after city officials insisted the extra cost should be covered by PCL.
    — Katie Langford, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of insisted
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