Difference between Aver and Avow

What is the difference between Aver and Avow?

Aver as a verb is to assert the truth of, to affirm with confidence; to declare in a positive manner. while Avow as a verb is to declare openly and boldly, as something believed to be right; to own, acknowledge or confess frankly.

Aver

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To assert the truth of, to affirm with confidence; to declare in a positive manner. To prove or justify a plea. To avouch, prove, or verify; to offer to verify.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Possessions, property, belongings, wealth. A work-horse, working ox, or other beast of burden.

Avow

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To declare openly and boldly, as something believed to be right; to own, acknowledge or confess frankly.

We hope you now know whether to use Aver or Avow in your sentence.

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