testimonial

[ tes-tuh-moh-nee-uhl ]

noun

1. 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.
2. something given or done as an expression of esteem, admiration, or gratitude.

adjective

1. pertaining to or serving as a testimonial:

   a testimonial dinner for the retiring dean.

testimonial

/ ˌtɛstɪˈməʊnɪəl /

noun

1. 1. 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
   2. ( as modifier )

      testimonial advertising

2. a formal statement of truth or fact
3. a tribute given for services or achievements
4. a sports match to raise money for a particular player

adjective

1. 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of testimonial¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English word from Late Latin word testimōniālis. See testimony, -al ¹

Example Sentences

This could be as simple as sharing a funny GIF that relates to the article or creating a video testimonial to share alongside a brand new case study.

From Search Engine Watch

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In laymen terms, testimonial link building is using a positive comment from customers that have used your service or product and featuring them on your website.

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That’s where testimonial link building comes into the picture.

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Continue reading below to learn what exactly is testimonial link building, how to get started, and what rules you need to abide by during the entire process.

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He was trying to sell the case for military action with the testimonial equivalent of Falstaffian soliloquies.

From The Daily Beast

“Each paired-testimonial should have an ‘unexpected’ participant,” the documents say.

From The Daily Beast

So I take it as a kind of testimonial that I finished second as "most disliked," behind Meghan McCain.

From The Daily Beast

But after 18 months of writing and editing, she has delivered her testimonial to them—and to us.

From The Daily Beast

In 1871 a testimonial and address were presented to him by representatives of most of the religious bodies in Scotland.

From Project Gutenberg

It is not the fortune of many more brilliant statesmen to earn this testimonial to character.

From Project Gutenberg

Like all patent medicines, Sanatogen is exploited by the testimonial route.

From Project Gutenberg

He received $10.00 when he gave his testimonial "to get his picture taken."

From Project Gutenberg

If any such testimonial was ever awarded to Little Sam, diligent search has failed to reveal it.

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Related Words

• endorsement
• homage
• ovation
• remembrance
• testament
• testimony