I . v. a.
1.
Declare, aver, assert, maintain, asseverate, avouch, vouch, allege, say, profess, protest, pronounce, predicate, state, depose, testify, bear witness to.
2.
Confirm, ratify, approve, establish, indorse.
II . v. n.
Make solemn declaration, make asseveration, make averment, pledge one's word. [ Distinguished from Swear, make oath, which see. ]