testimony (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛs.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Definition

A formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.

Examples

• Her testimony was crucial in convicting the suspect.

• The scientist presented her testimony about the environmental impact.

• He refused to give testimony against his former colleagues.

How to Use testimony

testimony of (prepositional phrase)

A statement made by someone about a particular subject or event. — "The testimony of the eyewitnesses was vital to the investigation."

testimony against (prepositional phrase)

A statement made in court to help convict someone. — "He was offered a lighter sentence in exchange for his testimony against the gang leader."

testimony to (prepositional phrase)

Evidence or proof of something. — "The vibrant coral reefs are testimony to the health of the ocean ecosystem."

Synonyms of testimony

Words with a similar meaning to testimony:

• statement
• evidence
• deposition
• attestation

Antonyms of testimony

Words with the opposite meaning to testimony:

• denial
• contradiction

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