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testament

[ˈtestəmənt]

testament Definition

  • 1a person's will, especially the part relating to personal property
  • 2a statement of belief
  • 3a tangible proof or tribute

Using testament: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "testament" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lawyer read out the deceased's last testament.

  • Example

    Her success is a testament to her hard work and dedication.

  • Example

    The ancient ruins are a testament to the civilization that once thrived here.

testament Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with testament

  • the first part of the Christian Bible, comprising thirty-nine books and corresponding approximately to the Hebrew Bible

    Example

    The Old Testament tells the story of the creation of the world.

  • the second part of the Christian Bible, comprising twenty-seven books and including the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, Epistles, and Book of Revelation

    Example

    The New Testament tells the story of Jesus Christ and his teachings.

  • a sign or proof of something

    Example

    The city's rapid growth is a testament to its economic prosperity.

Origins of testament

from Latin 'testamentum', meaning 'a will, testament'

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Summary: testament in Brief

The term 'testament' [ˈtestəmənt] refers to a person's will, a statement of belief, or a tangible proof or tribute. It can denote a legal document or a testament to someone's character or achievements, as in 'Her success is a testament to her hard work and dedication.' 'Testament' also extends into phrases like 'Old Testament,' and 'testament to something,' denoting a sign or proof of something.

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