testaments Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: T EH1 S T AH0 M AH0 N T S
What Does Testaments Mean?
As a noun, testaments means plural of testament. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of order.
Testaments Definition (Noun)
- plural of testament
Testaments as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of order
Noun
- A solemn, authentic instrument in writing, by which a person declares his or her will as to disposal of his or her inheritance (estate and effects) after his or her death, benefiting specified heir(s).
- One of the two parts to the scriptures of the Christian religion: the New Testament, considered by Christians to be a continuation of the Hebrew scriptures, and the Hebrew scriptures themselves, which they refer to as the Old Testament.
- A tangible proof or tribute.
The ancient aqueducts are a testament to the great engineering skill of the Roman Empire.
- A credo, expression of conviction
The prime minister's speech was a glowing testament to the cabinet's undying commitment to the royal cause.
Synonyms of Testaments
Testaments synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Testaments
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Testaments in a Sentence
The ancient aqueducts are a testament to the great engineering skill of the Roman Empire.
The prime minister's speech was a glowing testament to the cabinet's undying commitment to the royal cause.
Word Forms & Grammar
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