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testament
/ˈtɛs.tə.mənt/
[/ˈtɛs.tə.mənt/]
clear proof or tribute
Advancednoun
Definition
A testament is something that serves as clear evidence or proof of a quality. Their success is a testament to hard work.
Example
The bridge is a testament to human ingenuity.
The bridge is a testament to human ingenuity.
Etymology
From Latin 'testamentum', meaning a will or witness.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to call something clear proof of a quality.