Meaning & Definition of word "Testament"
Testament
/ˈtɛstəmənt/
noun:
- 1. A legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die.
- Example: She left a detailed testament outlining how her estate should be divided among her children.
- 2. A tangible proof or evidence of something.
- Example: The ancient ruins stand as a testament to the civilization that once thrived here.
- 3. In a religious context, a division of the Christian Bible (such as the Old Testament or New Testament).
- Example: He often refers to the teachings found in the New Testament in his sermons.
Etymology
●From Latin testamentum, meaning 'a will, a covenant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
final testament:
A person's last will and testament.
testament to one's character:
Evidence or proof of someone's character.
testament of faith:
A declaration of religious belief.
Related Words
will:
A legal document expressing a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property.
legacy:
Something handed down by a predecessor.