vouch

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How does the verb vouch contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of vouch are attest, certify, and witness. While all these words mean "to testify to the truth or genuineness of something," vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person.

willing to vouch for her integrity

When can attest be used instead of vouch?

While in some cases nearly identical to vouch, attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses.

attested to the authenticity of the document

When is it sensible to use certify instead of vouch?

The words certify and vouch are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal.

certified that the candidate had met all requirements

When would witness be a good substitute for vouch?

The words witness and vouch can be used in similar contexts, but witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness.

witnessed the signing of the will

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of vouch During that time, McMahon vouched to expand Pell Grant access for short-term workforce training programs. Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024 Chandhok, the prosecution’s star witness — who, like Caple, received immunity for his testimony — vouched earlier this week that Becker had leaked him the report. Grace Hase, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024 Porter continues to stand out Michael Porter Jr. showed up to training camp in excellent physical shape, teammates and coaches have vouched. Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024 For more best-sellers from Amazon, vouched by many avid gardeners themselves, keep reading below. Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for vouch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vouch
Verb
  • X-ray techs usually have an associate degree in radiologic technology, pass a licensing test, and get certified through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Once inspected they can be certified, potentially lowering insurance costs.
    Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Two pouch compartments are there to ensure your phone doesn’t get tossed around in a larger overnight bag during trips (ditto for sunglasses and even your go-to setting spray).
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
  • This strategic move into media ventures underscores Ronaldo’s ambition to solidify his influence in the entertainment industry, ensuring his brand’s longevity well beyond his soccer career.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • As as Oklahoma and USC, which suffered the devastating break in JuJu Watkins’ knee injury, can attest, an opponent can only pick its poison against UConn now.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Our staff can attest that Dyson’s cordless vacuums of all types are high-quality, super efficient, and—not to be dramatic—life-changing.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Strategically, too, trade’s promise seemed unrealized: Experts and politicians had assured Americans after the Cold War that economic exchange would transform China and Russia into peaceful partners.
    Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 7 Apr. 2025
  • In the comments, many people assured the woman that her parents are indeed proud of her achievement, despite their seemingly blasé reaction to the news.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Watercraft might not be safe, while some operators are not licensed or insured.
    Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Medicare insures people 65 or older and some who are younger and disabled.
    Grace McCormack, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • To witness the action unfold along the pivotal Amen Corner and find out who wins the next iconic green jacket, start watching at 7:30 on Thursday morning.
    Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • As a veteran of the wrestling business, having risen to main event status in WWE by 2020 after years in the industry, Drew McIntyre has witnessed the evolution of the sport and the varying mentalities of its performers.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Unlike the drama and comedy series races, which are guaranteed eight nominees regardless of submission count, the limited series category uses a proportional system.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The game is almost guaranteed to be over when Emmanuel Clase comes in, but the All-Star closer did not have his best stuff.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The reason the Justice Department and the FBI have procedures is to guaranty fairness, and not just fairness but also the appearance of fairness, so that people can have confidence in institution.
    Fox News, Fox News, 17 June 2018
  • Rodriguez said ViaGen cautions prospective clients that while the company can guaranty a clone that’s genetically identical to the parent, personalities are a complicated mix of nature and nurture.
    Mary Carole McCauley, baltimoresun.com, 2 May 2018

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“Vouch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vouch. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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