affirm Definition
- 1state as a fact; assert strongly and publicly
- 2offer (someone) emotional support or encouragement
- 3declare one's support for; uphold or defend
Using affirm: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "affirm" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He affirmed his innocence in the face of accusations.
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She affirmed her commitment to the cause.
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The court affirmed the lower court's decision.
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I affirm that I will do my best to help you.
affirm Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with affirm
a policy designed to redress past discrimination against women and minority groups through measures to improve their economic and educational opportunities
Example
The university has a program of affirmative action to increase the number of minority students.
self-affirmation
the process of reminding oneself of one's values, strengths, and accomplishments
Example
She practiced self-affirmation by writing down positive affirmations about herself every day.
a sentence that states a fact or makes a declaration
Example
An example of an affirmative sentence is 'The sky is blue.'
Origins of affirm
from Latin 'affirmare', from 'ad-' (to) + 'firmare' (make firm)
Summary: affirm in Brief
To 'affirm' [əˈfɜːm] means to state something as a fact, assert strongly and publicly, or offer emotional support or encouragement. It can also mean to declare one's support for, uphold, or defend something. Examples include 'He affirmed his innocence in the face of accusations' and 'The court affirmed the lower court's decision.' Phrases like 'affirmative action' and 'self-affirmation' use 'affirm' in specific contexts.
