1. Plural of averment; formal or solemn assertions or declarations, especially in legal contexts.
Usage: Primarily used in law and formal writing; Often refers to statements made under oath or in legal documents

Examples

• The plaintiff's averments in the complaint were challenged by the defense.
• The witness made several averments under oath during the trial.
• The contract contained multiple averments regarding the condition of the property.
• The court examined the defendant's averments carefully before ruling.
• Her averments about the incident were consistent with the evidence presented.
• The lawyer questioned the credibility of the opposing party's averments.