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affirmation
[ af-er-mey-shuhn ]
noun
- the assertion that something exists or is true.
- something that is affirmed; a statement or proposition that is declared to be true.
- confirmation or ratification of the truth or validity of a prior judgment, decision, etc.
- Law. a solemn declaration accepted instead of a statement under oath.
affirmation
/ ˌæəˈɪʃə /
noun
- the act of affirming or the state of being affirmed
- a statement of the existence or truth of something; assertion
- law a solemn declaration permitted on grounds of conscientious objection to taking an oath
Other Word Forms
- ԴDza·ھ·tDz noun
- v·Э·tDz noun
- a·ھ·tDz noun
- a·ھ·tDz noun
- -Э·tDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of affirmation1
Example Sentences
Jason White and the Samples become the collective voices of affirmation.
The prayers and programs mostly focused on banal and empty affirmations about being grateful, relieving stress, and sleeping better.
“I think when a lot of people are going out to date or looking for a lifelong partner, they’re looking for a lot of affirmation and validation from outside sources,” DiNardo, 29, says.
It’s a silent affirmation that Violet — a fellow survivor of domestic abuse — is doing good work and a reminder to heed her own words.
However, AI chatbots can be programmed to mimic certain human tendencies, like having a sensitive and empathetic understanding of a patient and giving positive affirmations.
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