Certify
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɜː.tɪ.faɪ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Certify is a verb meaning (transitive) To attest to (a fact) as the truth.
Meaning
(transitive) To attest to (a fact) as the truth.
More Meanings
- (transitive, law) To authenticate or verify in writing.
- (transitive) To attest that a product, service, organization, or person has met an official standard.
- (transitive, archaic) To inform; to tell (a person) that something is true.
- (archaic, reflexive) To assure (oneself) of something; to ascertain.
Example Sentences
These blankets have been certified as fireproof.
After having certified himself of her own good health, he very kindly inquired about her mother and Miss Sophy […].
Our deeds do us three manners of service. First, they certify us that we are heirs of everlasting life, and that the Spirit of God, which is the earnest thereof, is in us.
Word Forms
- certifies
- certifying
- certified
Synonyms for certify
Depending on context, synonyms include attest, witness, approve, confirm, manifest, demonstrate.
Antonyms for certify
Common opposites include decertify, derecognize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include attest, endorse, evidence, license, demonstrate, manifest.
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