testimony

noun C1

Meaning

Testimony refers to a formal statement or declaration, often made under oath, that serves as evidence in a legal context or as a means of conveying personal experience or belief, thereby contributing to the establishment of truth in various domains, inclu
💡 While often associated with legal proceedings, testimony can also encompass personal narratives in qualitative research; care should be taken to distinguish between subjective experience and objective evidence.

Example Sentences

The CEO's testimony clarified the company's future investment plans .
The professor analyzed the testimony to support the research findings .
The witness gave clear testimony during the court hearing .

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