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testament

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈtɛstəmənt// UK //tˈɛstəmənt// tes·ta·ment

n. proof that something is true or exists. It is often used to show that a person's hard work or a specific quality has been successful.

n. tangible evidence or proof of a fact, event, or quality. Often used in the fixed expression 'a testament to', it signifies that the subject serves as a clear demonstration of the object's validity or strength.


SIMPLE

The team's success is a testament to their hard work.

CONTEXTUAL

The city's restored historic district stands as a testament to the community's dedication to preserving its local heritage.

COMPLEX

The enduring popularity of the novel, nearly a century after its initial publication, remains a powerful testament to the author's profound understanding of the human condition.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly functions as a predicate nominative followed by the preposition 'to'.

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