WITNESSED Meaning and
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Witnessed is the past tense and past participle of the verb "witness." In general, witnessing refers to the act of observing, perceiving, or being present at an event or occurrence. Specifically, it involves being an eyewitness to something or gaining firsthand knowledge or evidence about an event, situation, or phenomenon. When an individual has witnessed something, they have seen, heard, or had personal experience of it.
The term applies not just to important or significant events but also to any kind of incident, whether it be a crime, a personal accomplishment, a natural phenomenon, a social gathering, or even a routine interaction. People can be witnesses to various aspects of life, from historic events or disasters to personal achievements or everyday occurrences. To be a credible witness, one should possess accurate recall, a keen sense of observation, and a reliable account of what has been witnessed.
Witnessed can also refer to a legal context where someone testifies or provides evidence in a court of law, giving an account of what they saw or know about a particular event or situation. In this case, being a witness entails providing truthful and accurate information to assist the legal process in establishing facts and determining the truth. This can have significant implications in legal proceedings, as witness testimony often plays a pivotal role in determining the outcome of a case.
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Seen in person; with a witness, effectually; to so great a degree as to leave a lasting mark.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of WITNESSED
The word "witnessed" is derived from the Middle English word "witnessen", which in turn comes from the Old English word "witnessian". This Old English term also shares roots with the Old Norse word "vitni", meaning "evidence" or "testimony". Ultimately, the etymology can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "witnēssijaną", which meant "to bear witness". This comes from the Proto-Indo-European root "weid-", which carries the meaning of "to see" or "to know".
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