testimonial

American  

[tes-tuh-moh-nee-uhl] / ˌtɛs təˈmoʊ ni əl /

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.

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adjective

1. pertaining to or serving as a testimonial.

   a testimonial dinner for the retiring dean.

testimonial British  

/ 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

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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

Etymology

Origin of testimonial

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

Example Sentences

These “inspired utterances” range from single verses to a poem more than 70 verses long, and serve as testimonials.

From The Wall Street Journal

The department’s response already spawned lawsuits, including from the Los Angeles Press Club, which pointed to video evidence and scores of testimonials suggesting that law enforcement violated its own guidelines and state law.

From Los Angeles Times

On TikTok, people with the flu give testimonials about Xofluza and how it left them feeling better just a day later.

From The Wall Street Journal

She offered to make a little testimonial about the incident for our website.

From Literature

Some investigations, the inspector general’s office wrote, did not include “a thorough description of physical and testimonial evidence,” and investigators “did not appear to interview all potential involved persons” in some cases.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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