Meaning & Definition of word "Attest"

Attest

/əˈtɛst/

1. to affirm to be true or genuine; to give proof of.
- Example: The scientist can attest to the validity of the results obtained through the experiment.
2. to bear witness; to affirm by or as if by signing a document.
- Example: Several witnesses were called to attest to the authenticity of the signature.
3. to provide clear evidence of.
- Example: Her accomplishments in the field attest to her remarkable talent and dedication.

Middle English: from Latin attestari, from ad- 'to' + testari 'to witness'.

attest to something:

To provide evidence or proof for something.

attest in a court:

To give formal testimony in a legal setting.

can attest to:

Used to express that someone has personal knowledge of something and can confirm it.

testify:

To give evidence as a witness in a court.

evidence:

That which tends to prove or disprove something.

Meaning: To back someone up.

Example Sentence: I can attest for him; he's a great worker.

Meaning: To validate a claim.

Example Sentence: This contract attests that I owe you the money.