Testimony

/ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni/ noun

Definition

Testimony is a formal statement, usually given in court, in which someone describes what they saw, know, or believe. It can also mean a personal story about how something affected your life.

Etymology

From Latin *testimonium* 'evidence, proof', from *testis* 'witness'. It originally referred to what a witness said to support a claim.

Kelly Says

Testimony turns personal experience into public evidence. In court, in religion, or in everyday life, when you give testimony you’re stepping into the role of a witness for the truth as you see it.

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