attest
(verb)
verb
1. provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
- His high fever attested to his illness
Similar word(s): certify, demonstrate, evidence, manifest
Definition categories: communication, evidence, prove, show, testify
2. authenticate, affirm to be true, genuine, or correct, as in an official capacity
- I attest this signature
Definition categories: communication, affirm, assert, aver, avow, swan, swear, verify
3. give testimony in a court of law
Similar word(s): testify
Definition categories: communication, declare
4. establish or verify the usage of
- This word is not attested until 1993
Definition categories: communication, show
Sentences with attest as a verb:
- When will the appraiser attest the date of the painting?
- You must attest your will in order for it to be valid.
- Her fine work attested her ability.