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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024tes•ti•mo•ni•al /ˌtɛstəˈmoʊniəl/USA pronunciation n. [countable]- a formal written statement about a person's character, conduct, etc.:a very favorable testimonial praising her excellent work.
- something given or done to express admiration:gave her a testimonial at her retirement.
adj. - relating to or serving as a testimonial:a testimonial dinner.
See -test-. WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024tes•ti•mo•ni•al (tes′tə mō′nē əl),USA pronunciation n. - a written declaration certifying to a person's character, conduct, or qualifications, or to the value, excellence, etc., of a thing;
a letter or written statement of recommendation. - something given or done as an expression of esteem, admiration, or gratitude.
adj. - pertaining to or serving as a testimonial:a testimonial dinner for the retiring dean.
- Late Latin testimōniālis. See testimony, -al1
- late Middle English 1375–1425
Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers:: testimonial /ˌtɛstɪˈməʊnɪəl/ n - a recommendation of the character, ability, etc, of a person or of the quality of a consumer product or service, esp by a person whose opinion is valued
- (as modifier): testimonial advertising
- a formal statement of truth or fact
- a tribute given for services or achievements
- a sports match to raise money for a particular player
adj - of or relating to a testimony or testimonial
USAGE
Testimonial is sometimes wrongly used where testimony is meant: his re-election is a testimony (not a testimonial) to his popularity with his constituents |