Corroborate
mediumPositive tonekuh-ROB-uh-rayt
verb
Definition
To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding
Memory hook
CO-ROBO-rate: Two ROBOTs confirming the same data -- corroborating evidence.
Word roots
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Examples
“The witness's testimony corroborated the defendant's alibi.”
“New evidence corroborates the theory of climate change.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“The witness's testimony ______ the defendant's alibi.”
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corroborated
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GRE Tip
Corroborate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "confirm" or "verify" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "contradict".
Related GRE Words
substantiate
To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something
bolster
To support or strengthen; to prop up
manifest
Clear or obvious; to display or show
patent
(adjective) Easily recognizable; obvious; blatant
advocate
To publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy
buttress
To provide support or reinforcement for something
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