Literal Meaning (a will or legal document):
* "The lawyer read the deceased's testament aloud to the gathered family."
* "The new will was a testament to the family's changing dynamics."
Figurative Meaning (evidence, proof):
* "The museum's collection is a testament to the city's rich history."
* "Her unwavering dedication to her craft was a testament to her passion."
* "The success of the project was a testament to the hard work of the entire team."
* "The inscription on the ancient stone was a testament to their belief in the afterlife."
As a verb (to bear witness to):
* "The photographs of the battlefield powerfully testament to the horrors of war."
* "The silence in the courtroom after the verdict was a testament to the gravity of the situation."