attestation

noun

at·​tes·​ta·​tion ˌa-ˌte-ˈstā-shən How to pronounce attestation (audio)
ˌa-tə-ˈstā-
plural attestations
1
: an act or instance of attesting something: such as
a
: a proving of the existence of something through evidence
… a complete and formal attestation of your innocence.Edward Bulwer-Lytton
b
: an official verification of something as true or authentic
the notary's attestation of the will
2
: the proof or evidence by which something (such as the usage of a word) is attested
the earliest attestation of the term in print

Examples of attestation in a Sentence

the fact that he spent hours standing in line for the sequel should be attestation enough that he's a die-hard fan of the movie series
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The Trust is classified as an 'emerging growth company' and is not required to provide an auditor’s attestation report on management’s assessment of internal controls over financial reporting. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024 Establishing a robust controls framework is also vital for maintaining integrity and consistency, and providing the necessary info for attestation. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 His friend has difficulty walking and standing in line for extended periods, which could make waiting to fill out the attestation form difficult. Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 1 Oct. 2024 Anyone who assists someone else, such as a disabled person, trying to vote must deliver that ballot by hand to the county board office and complete an attestation form. Ali Swenson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for attestation 

Word History

First Known Use

1560, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of attestation was in 1560

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“Attestation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/attestation. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.

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