ATTESTATION Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

attestation

noun

ˌa-ˌte-ˈstā-shən

Definition of attestation

as in evidence

something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim the fact that he spent hours standing in line for the sequel should be attestation enough that he's a die-hard fan of the movie series

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Recent Examples of attestation Eligibility is open to all Californians buying or leasing their first EV — this is confirmed through a buyer’s attestation. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 Early work on agent attestation and verifiable execution shows where this is going. — Najwa Aaraj, Fortune, 23 June 2026 Refinancing federal loans means turning them into private loans, which don’t qualify for the streamlined attestation process. — John Csiszar, CNBC, 2 June 2026 Typically, a business license or a CPA attestation letter will suffice as proof of self-employment. — Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for attestation

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Noun

The case is nearly 30 years old, which has affected the kind of evidence presented in court.

— Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
At the time, Duncan’s attorneys with a New Orleans nonprofit had filed a post-conviction appeal but did not have the resources to conduct a fuller investigation and uncover new evidence required to win.

— Richard A. Webster, ProPublica, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of evidence

Noun

Rocket Mortgage may ask for supporting documentation, including proof of residence, proof of income, proof of funds for your down payment and more.

— Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
Research has advanced considerably, but much of 4D printing remains at the laboratory and proof-of-concept stage.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of proof

Noun

The memo provides a summary of the agreement between Google and Entergy, as well as summaries of testimony provided by Entergy officials in support of the contract.

— Sydney Sasser, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026
The panel of 16 jurors, four of whom are alternates, heard testimony from 24 prosecution witnesses and three defense witnesses over nine days.

— Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of testimony

Noun

The entire Squeeze performance was thoroughly entertaining from start to finish and, with the inclusion of the music of Trixies, a further testament to the great songwriting of Difford and Tillbrook.

— David Chiu, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
His tying 2-point was a testament to his will, taking on multiple tacklers at the goal line.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

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