What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
testifier
Example
The testifier was asked to recount the events leading up to the accident. [testifier: noun]
Example
She agreed to testifier under oath that she saw the defendant at the scene of the crime. [testifier: verb]
witness
Example
I was a witness to the car accident and can provide a statement to the police. [witness: noun]
Example
He was called to witness in court and had to swear to tell the truth. [witness: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Witness is more commonly used than testifier in everyday language, especially in non-legal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between testifier and witness?
Testifier is more formal than witness and is typically used in legal or official settings.
