ATTEST Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the verb 'attest' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of attest are certify , vouch , and witness . While all these words mean "to testify to the truth or genuineness of something," attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses. // attested to the authenticity of the document

Q: When would 'certify' be a good substitute for 'attest'?

The words certify and attest can be used in similar contexts, but certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal. // certified that the candidate had met all requirements

Q: When could 'vouch' be used to replace 'attest'?

The meanings of vouch and attest largely overlap; however, vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person. // willing to vouch for her integrity

Q: When is 'witness' a more appropriate choice than 'attest'?

Although the words witness and attest have much in common, witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness. // witnessed the signing of the will

attest

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ə-ˈtest

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as in to certify

to declare (something) to be true or genuine the appraiser attests that the lamp is indeed an original Tiffany

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as in to testify

to make a solemn declaration under oath for the purpose of establishing a fact an eyewitness who will attest to my innocence

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as in to verify

to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of I'll attest that she was at the party

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How does the verb attest contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of attest are certify, vouch, and witness. While all these words mean "to testify to the truth or genuineness of something," attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses.

attested to the authenticity of the document

When would certify be a good substitute for attest?

The words certify and attest can be used in similar contexts, but certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal.

certified that the candidate had met all requirements

When could vouch be used to replace attest?

The meanings of vouch and attest largely overlap; however, vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person.

willing to vouch for her integrity

When is witness a more appropriate choice than attest?

Although the words witness and attest have much in common, witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness.

witnessed the signing of the will

Examples of attest in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Swallowing a loss is miserable, as the fans in Section 108 can attest. —

Theunis Bates, theweek, 1 Oct. 2024 As my inbox surely can attest in these early days of the month, October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). —

Steven Aquino, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 As other premium automakers like Bentley and Lucid can attest, introducing an SUV is a great way to increase sales performance. —

Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2024 Everyone knows All-Clad makes some of the best stainless steel cookware, a fact plenty of our editors will attest to. —

Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for attest

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