verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

support, validate, verify, ratify, confirm

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Example Sentences

Example:Police work to support the claims made by the eyewitnesses.

Definition:to give help, aid, or encouragement to

From support

Example:The results of the archaeological dig validated the historical accounts of the ancient civilization.

Definition:to provide evidence for; to show to be true or valid

From validate

Example:The forensic team worked to verify the identity of the victim.

Definition:to make certain of the truth, accuracy, or genuineness of

From verify

Example:The evidence was presented to ratify the woman's story.

Definition:to confirm, approve, or adopt officially

From ratify

Example:The chemical analysis confirmed the presence of the toxic substance in the water.

Definition:to make certain of the truth, accuracy, or genuineness of

From confirm