affidavit
Translation
affidavit
Examples
He signed an affidavit before the court.
He signed an affidavit before the court.
The lawyer presented the affidavit as evidence.
The lawyer presented the affidavit as evidence.
Grammar Patterns
to sign/submit an affidavit to provide a written statement under oath He signed an affidavit before the court.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sworn statement, testimony, deposition
Etymology
From Medieval Latin 'affidavit', meaning 'he has sworn', from 'affidare' (to trust in).
Memory Tips
Think of 'affi-' as related to faith/trust (like in 'fidelity'). An affidavit is a statement you can trust because it's sworn.