verb
- stated or declared positively; affirmed confidently
Usage: formal; past tense of ‘aver’
Examples
- The witness averred that she saw the defendant at the scene.
- He averred his innocence throughout the trial.
- The scientist averred that her research was conducted ethically.
- She averred her commitment to the project despite the setbacks.
- The politician averred that the new policy would benefit all citizens.
- The expert averred that the painting was authentic.