CEFR C2

affidavit

noun

Meaning

A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court.

Examples

The lawyer submitted an affidavit from the key witness to support the motion.
He signed the affidavit in the presence of a public notary.

Synonyms: statement, deposition, testimony, sworn statement

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affidavit (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæf.əˈdeɪ.vɪt/

Definition

A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court.

Examples

The lawyer submitted an affidavit from the key witness to support the motion.
He signed the affidavit in the presence of a public notary.

Synonyms of affidavit

Words with a similar meaning to affidavit:

statement
deposition
testimony
sworn statement

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