corroborate
|cor/rob/o/rate|
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/kəˈrɑːbəˌreɪt/
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/kəˈrɒbəˌreɪt/
support with evidence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'corroborate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'corroborare,' where 'cor-' meant 'together' and 'roborare' meant 'to strengthen.'
Historical Evolution
'corroborare' transformed into the Late Latin word 'corroboratus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'corroborate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strengthen together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to confirm or support.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.
The witness corroborated the defendant's alibi.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41