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corroboration

kuh-rob-uh-RAY-shun

kəˌrɒbəˈreɪʃən

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corroboration

Dictionary meaning

Evidence that confirms or supports a statement, testimony, or theory.

History and origin

Latin corroborare, meaning 'to strengthen'.

Examples

  • The witness's text messages provided corroboration for her account.

Common mispronunciations

co-ROB-oration

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