What is another word for character witness?
Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɪktə wˈɪtnəs] (IPA) 
A character witness is a person who provides evidence or testimony in court proceedings to vouch for the character of a defendant or a plaintiff. There are several synonyms for character witness, including character reference, personal reference, testimonial witness, and affidavit witness. A character reference is a written or verbal statement used to support the credibility or good moral standing of a person. On the other hand, a personal reference is an individual who provides information about the character, behavior, and personality of another person in a personal setting. Testimonial witnesses are also called character witnesses because they testify in a court setting about the good nature and reputation of an individual. Lastly, an affidavit witness provides written evidence regarding the character of the accused or the plaintiff under oath.
