Aver
[uh-VUR]
Hint 1.
Aver is derived from the Latin root ver, an abbreviated version of veritas, meaning “truth,” as well as the prefix a-, indicating “to” or “toward.”
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Fortunately for the defendant, the witness was quick to aver his alibi.”
What is the best definition of aver?
A.
To express one’s admiration for a person or thing
B.
To suggest an alternative to what’s suggested
C.
To deny or transfer blame to someone else
D.
To declare or affirm that something is true
Hint 1.
Aver is derived from the Latin root ver, an abbreviated version of veritas, meaning “truth,” as well as the prefix a-, indicating “to” or “toward.”
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Fortunately for the defendant, the witness was quick to aver his alibi.”
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