Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
witness
noun, verb
/ˈwɪtnəs/
Definition
A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place.
Examples
- The witness testified in court about what they saw during the accident.
- She was a witness to the beautiful sunset that evening.
- He decided to witness the event from the sidelines.
Meaning
To witness something means to see it happen, often referring to events that have legal implications.
Synonyms
- Observer
- Onlooker
- Testifier
- Attestant
