Dictionary Entry
corroborate
Part of SpeechverbPronunciation/kəˈɹɒbəɹeɪ̯t/Word FrequencyNot availableCurriculum FrequencyLess common (1)To confirm or support something with additional evidence; to attest or vouch for.
In a Sentence
“The witness's testimony helped to corroborate the suspect's alibi, providing crucial support for his claims.”
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Origin
From Latin 'corroborare' meaning 'to strengthen', from 'com-' (together) and 'robur' (strength, oak).
Common Phrases
corroborate results
Antonyms
Poetry examples for “corroborate”
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