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Meaning of affirms
The primary meaning of the word "affirms" is to confirm or verify something.
Etymology of affirms
The word "affirms" comes from the Old French word "afiermer", which means "to make firm or secure"
This Old French word is derived from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "firmare" (meaning "to make firm or secure")
The word "affirms" has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to confirm or verify something"
Synonyms
confirms
validates
verifies
substantiates
supports
endorses
ratifies
certifies
authenticates
vindicates
justifies
legitimates
acknowledges
recognizes
admits
concedes
avows
declares
asserts
states
claims
proclaims
announces
affirms
avers
swears
testifies
witnesses
guarantees
warrants
ensures
secures
reinforces
strengthens
bolsters
upholds
maintains
sustains
defends
protects
preserves
conserves
promotes
fosters
encourages
sanctions
approves
ratifies
agrees
consents
accedes
acquiesces
complies
Definitions
- To confirm or verify something, especially in a formal or public way
- To state or assert something confidently or emphatically
- To formally confirm or ratify something, such as a decision or an agreement
Usage Examples
- The company affirms its commitment to reducing carbon emissions
- She affirms that she will always be there to support her friends
- The court affirms the decision of the lower court
- The politician affirms his stance on the issue, despite criticism from opponents
Antonyms
denies
rejects
negates
contradicts
disputes
challenges
refutes
repudiates
renounces
abjures
retracts
withdraws
cancels
nullifies
voids
invalidates
disconfirms
disproves
refutes
opposes
resists
withstands
objects
demurs
protests
dissents
disagrees
contests
debates
argues
disputes
quarrels
bickers
spars
clashes