Alátámasztja

Alátámasztja is a Hungarian verb form that means to substantiate or to back up a claim with evidence or reasoning. It is the third-person singular present indicative form of the verb alátámasztani, which describes providing support for something by presenting proofs, data, or arguments. In English, it is often rendered as “he/she substantiates” or “he/she backs up.”

Usage and syntax: Alátámasztja is typically used when referring to a specific assertion, hypothesis, or statement being supported. Common constructions include alátámasztja az állítását or alátámasztja a véleményét, where the object denotes what is being supported. The supporting material can be data, expert testimony, calculations, or logical reasoning. The verb commonly appears in formal writing—academic, legal, journalistic—as well as in everyday discourse when stressing evidentiary backing.

Etymology and related forms: The word derives from prefix alá- (under, beneath) combined with támasztani (to support). Related forms include the noun alátámasztás (substantiation, corroboration), and the past tense or past participle forms alátámasztotta / alátámasztott (substantiated). Synonyms in context include igazol, bizonyít, alátámasztó érvek, and megerősít, though the nuances differ: alátámasztja emphasizes evidentiary backing rather than mere reinforcement.

Register and nuance: Alátámasztja is most appropriate when the emphasis is on evidential support for a claim, not only on its truth value. It appears across scientific discourse, legal arguments, policy discussions, and investigative reporting, signaling that conclusions rest on demonstrable proof rather than opinion alone.