CORROBORATORY Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

corroboratory

adjective

Definition of corroboratory

as in supporting

serving to give support to the truth or factualness of something offered corroboratory testimony for the defendant's alibi

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The incredible supporting cast is made up entirely of old-hand character actors, promising but underknown newcomers, and comedy- or comedy-adjacent figures with passionate niche followings and Gumby-esque limbs.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Some went after Cashman, some after Boone, some after Steinbrenner’s son Hal, and some after Aaron Judge’s non-supporting cast.

— Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025

Definition of supporting

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Amazon has no shortage of deals on plane-worthy outfits, supportive walking shoes, and convenient travel bags worthy of grabbing before your next trip.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026
Some economists have also argued that rising debt burdens and persistent fiscal deficits may create conditions that are more supportive of inflation than many investors anticipate.

— Alex Shahidi, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of supportive

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