Definitions

1. noun

A statement or declaration of fact, especially one that is sworn or certified to be true

“The lawyer provided an attestation of the document’s authenticity.”

2. noun

The act of testifying or giving evidence

“The witness’s attestation in court helped to clear the defendant’s name.”

3. noun

A certificate or testimonial

“The university’s attestation of graduation was presented at the ceremony.”

4. verb

To confirm or declare the truth of something

“The official attested to the fact that the company was in financial trouble.”