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Testimony

Verb / ˈtestʌˌməʊni: / Another word for testimony — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Testimony is a formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.

Synonyms & similar words

testimonial evidence affidavit declaration attestation corroboration testification statement account narrative recital history chronicle report description commentary explanation elucidation exposition

Synonyms by register

Formal

deposition affidavit statement attestation

Informal

account story word say-so

Literary

oration explication proclamation

Antonyms

denial contradiction disproof refutation rebuttal negation

Common collocations

  • bear testimony
  • give testimony
  • witness testimony
  • oral testimony
  • written testimony
  • testimony of faith
  • testimony of Jesus

Word family

noun testimony
verb testify
adjective testimonial

Usage note

Testimony often refers to a formal statement, especially in a legal context. It can also refer to a personal declaration of belief or experience.

Example sentences

  1. The lawyer asked the witness to give his testimony in court.
  2. Her testimony helped to convict the criminal.
  3. The judge listened carefully to the testimony of the witness.
  4. The police officer wrote down the witness's testimony.
  5. The defendant's testimony contradicted the evidence presented by the prosecution.

Quotes

  • 'Testimony' is a legal term, but it's also a theological term. And testimony is both of those things. - James Comey
  • The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. - Psalm 19:7
  • I know the testimony is false. - Monica Lewinsky

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