<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to prove the truth of, as by evidence or testimony; confirm; substantiate</li><li>to ascertain the truth or correctness of, as by examination, research, or comparison</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>validate</li><li>authenticate</li></ul><p><strong>Law</strong></p><ul><li>to prove or confirm (an allegation)</li><li>to state to be true, especially in legal use, formally or upon oath</li></ul>