affirmation — English Dictionary

Noun

1. That which is affirmed; a declaration that something is true.

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   Examples

   Her success was an affirmation of all her hard work.

   The ceremony included an affirmation of loyalty.

2. A solemn pledge (to tell the truth, to bear allegiance, etc.), legally equivalent to an oath, taken by people who are forbidden to take a religious oath (such as Quakers) or otherwise prefer not to do so.

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   Synonyms

   solemn affirmation

3. A form of self-forced meditation or repetition; autosuggestion.

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   Examples

   Daily positive affirmations can improve self-confidence.

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   [Gemini:] Yes, your family group chat decided to meet for dinner at seven today, and there is a reminder to say your daily affirmations, you are strong, you are confident— [Nishtha Bhatia] Okay, we'll do these affirmations a bit later, but why don't you add that dinner to my calendar?

Noun

1. a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something

   Synonyms

   avowalavouchment

   Broader terms

   assertionavermentasseveration

2. the act of affirming or asserting or stating something

   Synonyms

   assertionstatement

   Broader terms

   speech act

3. (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds)

   Broader terms

   commitmentdedication

4. a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand

   Antonyms

   reversal

   Broader terms

   judgmentjudgementjudicial decision