certify Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈsɜː.tɪ.faɪ/
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Certify as a Verb
1
To attest to (a fact) as the truth.
2
To authenticate or verify in writing.
3
To attest that a product, service, organization, or person has met an official standard.
These blankets have been certified as fireproof.
4
To inform; to tell (a person) that something is true.
5
To assure (oneself) of something; to ascertain.
Certify in a Sentence
These blankets have been certified as fireproof.
Word Forms & Grammar
certify (third-person singular simple present certifies, present participle certifying, simple past and past participle certified)
Words That Rhyme With Certify
Origin of Certify
From Old French certefier (“confirm, assure, make certain”). Compare French certifier.
Word Facts for Certify
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɜː.tɪ.faɪ/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | To attest to (a fact) as the truth |
| Verb forms | certifies, certifying, certified |
Certify Pronunciation
You say certify as /ˈsɜː.tɪ.faɪ/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (sɜː).