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

When evaluating claims about any therapy or treatment, patients should prioritize results from randomized controlled trials above anecdotes or testimonials.

From Los Angeles Times

The campaign’s ads feature testimonials from crime victims and line prosecutors expressing disdain for the incumbent’s “restorative justice” agenda.

From Los Angeles Times

In a Q&A following the reading, McAleer said he and McElhinney had been determined to record the testimonials of Oct.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2020, the same group launched a similar project, dubbed Republican Accountability, to share testimonials from conservative voters on their decision not to vote for Trump and encourage others to vote blue.

From Salon

“If the main way something’s advertised is through testimonials, it may be because there isn’t research, or what research was done showed it wasn’t effective.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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