verb
- Provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes.
- usage: "His high fever attested to his illness"; "The buildings in Rome manifest a high level of architectural sophistication"; "This decision demonstrates his sense of fairness"
- synonyms: attest, manifest, demonstrate, evidence
- Guarantee payment on; of checks.
- Authorize officially.
- usage: "I am licensed to practice law in this state"
- Guarantee as meeting a certain standard.
- usage: "certified grade AAA meat"
- Declare legally insane. .
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