testify
/ˈtɛstɪfaɪ/ · tes·ti·fy
verb
- To make a declaration, or give evidence, under oath. The witness was called to testify in court about the events she had seen.
- To make a statement based on personal knowledge or faith. He chose to testify about the importance of his religious beliefs in his life.
Did you know? The word 'testify' has been used in various contexts, including law, religion, and music. In the 1960s and 1970s, 'testify' was often used in African-American Vernacular English to mean 'to praise or express gratitude', as seen in the song 'Testify' by the band The Parliament.