Affidavit. noun. af·fi·da·vit ˌa-fə-ˈdā-vət. : a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation before an authorized magistrate or officer compare deposition, examination. Etymology.
N. A sworn written statement of evidence used mainly to support certain applications and, in some circumstances, as evidence in court proceedings.
We get the noun affidavit from the Latin affidare, which means "to pledge." When you state something in an affidavit, you're pledging to the powers that be that you're not lying. The word usually appears in legal settings; if you watch a lot of cop shows or courtroom dramas, it probably rings a bell.
An affidavit is a sworn statement put in writing. When you use an affidavit, you're claiming that the information within the document is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. Like taking an oath in court, an affidavit is only valid when you make it voluntarily and without any coercion.
A written statement that someone makes after promising officially to tell the truth.
An Affidavit of Translation is a legal document used to verify the accuracy and completeness of a translated document. It is a sworn statement provided by a translator, affirming their qualifications, the fidelity of the translation, and their understanding of the original language and the translated language.
We have a signed affidavit stating that the two men were seen entering the building. The claims in the affidavit have not been proven in court.