attest

verb
UK: /əˈtest/
US: /əˈtest/

  1. To say or show that something is true.

    1. I can attest that the story is true, I saw it myself. [ ] [ ]
    2. Numerous historical documents attest to the accuracy of the account, confirming its validity. [ ] [ ]

  2. To be a witness to something; to declare something under oath.

    1. I will attest to what I saw in court today. [ ] [ ]
    2. She attested to the veracity of the contract, confirming her understanding and agreement. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

certify testify verify vouch confirm prove validate
attest transitive-verb

  1. To serve as proof or evidence of something.

    1. His success attest to his hard work. [ ] [ ]
    2. The numerous awards attest to the quality of her performance, showcasing her exceptional talent. [ ] [ ]
attest intransitive-verb

  1. To give proof or evidence for something.

    1. She can attest to his honesty. [ ] [ ]
    2. Several witnesses attested to his whereabouts, solidifying his alibi for that evening. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "attest" in English means: To say or show that something is true., To be a witness to something; to declare something under oath..

The phonetic transcription of "attest" is /əˈtest/ in British English and /əˈtest/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "attest": certify, testify, verify, vouch, confirm, prove, validate.

Example usage of "attest": "I can attest that the story is true, I saw it myself.". More examples on the page.