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The synonyms of “Testament” are: will, last will and testament, last wishes, testimony, witness, evidence, proof, attestation
Testament as a Noun
Definitions of "Testament" as a noun
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “testament” as a noun can have the following definitions:
- (in biblical use) a covenant or dispensation.
- Strong evidence for something.
- Either of the two main parts of the Christian Bible.
- A person's will, especially the part relating to personal property.
- A legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die.
- A division of the Bible.
- Something that serves as a sign or evidence of a specified fact, event, or quality.
- A profession of belief.
- A copy of the New Testament.
Synonyms of "Testament" as a noun (8 Words)
attestation | The evidence by which something is attested. Your signature on this application will serve as your attestation that the information contained above is true and accurate. |
evidence | Signs or indications of something. His trembling was evidence of his fear. |
last will and testament | A unit of capacity for grain equal to 80 bushels. |
last wishes | Holding device shaped like a human foot that is used to fashion or repair shoes. |
proof | The strength of distilled alcoholic spirits relative to proof spirit taken as a standard of 100. If you have any proof for what you say now is the time to produce it. |
testimony | A solemn statement made under oath. According to his own testimony he can t do it. |
will | A legal document declaring a person’s wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die. Where there s a will there s a way. |
witness | A close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind. A key witness at the trial. |
Usage Examples of "Testament" as a noun
- He was able to buy a Testament.
- His easy victory was a testament to his skill.
- Father's will and testament.
- He stated his political testament.
- Growing attendance figures are a testament to the event's popularity.
Associations of "Testament" (30 Words)
adduce | Cite as evidence. A number of factors are adduced to explain the situation. |
alibi | Exonerate by means of an alibi. She has an alibi for the whole of yesterday evening. |
attest | Give testimony in a court of law. His status is attested by his becoming an alderman. |
bequest | A gift of personal property by will. A bequest of over 300 000. |
codicil | An addition or supplement that explains, modifies, or revokes a will or part of one. Francis has remembered him in a codicil to this will. |
death | The personification of death. The animal died a painful death. |
demonstrable | Necessarily or demonstrably true. Demonstrable truths. |
demonstrate | Give a practical exhibition and explanation of (how a machine, skill, or craft works or is performed. Their shameful silence demonstrates their ineptitude. |
demonstrated | Having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt. |
evidence | Be or show evidence of. There was no obvious evidence of a break in. |
eyewitness | A person who has seen something happen and can give a first-hand description of it. Eyewitness accounts of the London blitz. |
grounds | Dregs consisting of solid particles (especially of coffee) that form a residue. It is a Middle Eastern custom to read your future in your coffee grounds. |
inquest | A discussion or investigation into something that has happened, especially something undesirable. An inquest by New York newspapers into a subway fire. |
intestacy | The situation of being or dying without a legally valid will. |
intestate | Not having made a will before one dies. He died intestate. |
invalidate | Deprive (an official document or procedure) of legal validity because it contravenes a regulation or law. Invalidate a contract. |
irrefutable | Impossible to deny or disprove. An irrefutable argument. |
legacy | An applicant to a particular college or university who is regarded preferentially because a parent or other relative attended the same institution. The legacy of centuries of neglect. |
ostensive | Manifestly demonstrative. |
proof | Proofread a text. The marine battle armour was proof against most weapons. |
recommendation | Something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable. He selected his staff by personal recommendation. |
substantiate | Establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts. The painting substantiates the feelings of the artist. |
testate | A person who has died leaving a valid will. He desired to die testate. |
testator | A person who has made a will or given a legacy. |
testify | Serve as evidence or proof that something exists or is the case. The bleak lines testify to inner torment. |
testimony | Evidence or proof of something. The testimony of an eyewitness. |
tribute | Something given or done as an expression of esteem. The video is a tribute to the musicals of the 40s. |
validate | Prove valid; show or confirm the validity of something. Validate a ticket. |
vindicate | Maintain, uphold, or defend. Vindicate the rights of the citizens. |
will | Leave or give by will after one s death. She will dance for hours. |