corroborate
8 synonyms and 5 antonyms for corroborate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To support or confirm a claim with additional evidence.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use corroborate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
corroborate a claim
corroborate evidence
corroborate a story
Etymology
From Latin corroborare, "to strengthen," from com- ("together") plus roborare, "to strengthen" — ultimately from robur, "strength" (the same root behind "robust").
Full origin of corroborate →Frequently asked questions
What does “corroborate” mean?
The word “corroborate” means to support or confirm a claim with additional evidence. In plain terms, to back up a statement or theory with extra proof.
How do you pronounce “corroborate”?
“Corroborate” is pronounced kuh-RO-buh-rayt (/kəˈɹɑbəɹeɪ̯t/ in IPA).
How do you use “corroborate” in a sentence?
Here is “corroborate” used in a sentence: “Two witnesses corroborated her account of the accident.”
What part of speech is “corroborate”?
“Corroborate” is a verb.
Where does the word “corroborate” come from?
The word “corroborate” comes from Latin. From Latin corroborare, "to strengthen," from com- ("together") plus roborare, "to strengthen" — ultimately from robur, "strength" (the same root behind "robust").
