Testify to
verb
To confirm that something is true by giving evidence.
The ruined buildings testify to the intensity of the earthquake.

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- testify to the fact
- testify to the importance
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Formal
verb
To formally claim or assert something as a witness in a court.
He testified to the crime committed by the defendant in the court.

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- testify to the charges
- testify to the event
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Formal
verb
To make a statement based on personal knowledge in support of some asserted fact.
Her high rankings testify to her excellent academic performances.

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- testify to the results
- testify to the findings
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Formal
Academic
verb
To confirm that something is true by giving evidence.
The ruined buildings testify to the intensity of the earthquake.

Often appears as...
- testify to the fact
- testify to the importance
Usage tips
Formal
verb
To formally claim or assert something as a witness in a court.
He testified to the crime committed by the defendant in the court.

Often appears as...
- testify to the charges
- testify to the event
Usage tips
Formal
verb
To make a statement based on personal knowledge in support of some asserted fact.
Her high rankings testify to her excellent academic performances.

Often appears as...
- testify to the results
- testify to the findings
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 3

Abstract Concepts
Used to emphasize the existence of abstract qualities, not just physical evidence.

Their sincere smiles testify to the team's genuine camaraderie.
Strong Evidence
Suggests the evidence presented is powerful and convincing.

The trophies in her room testify to her athletic prowess.
Past Events
Often used to reflect on historical events or situations.

These ancient relics testify to a once-thriving civilization.
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