Assert and Attest

Assert

Assert verb - To state clearly and strongly.

Attest is a synonym for assert in state topic. In some cases you can use "Attest" instead a verb "Assert", when it comes to topics like declare, say, insist.

Attest

Attest verb - To declare (something) to be true or genuine.
Usage example: the appraiser attests that the lamp is indeed an original Tiffany

Assert is a synonym for attest in say topic. You can use "Assert" instead a verb "Attest", if it concerns topics such as affirm, testify.
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