CEFR C1

affirmant

noun

Meaning

A person who makes an affirmation, a solemn declaration that is legally binding, usually in place of an oath, often for religious or conscientious reasons.

Examples

The court accepted the testimony of the affirmant, who stated their religious beliefs prevented them from swearing an oath.
As an affirmant, she was required to promise to tell the truth under penalty of perjury.

Synonyms: witness, deponent, testifier

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affirmant (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈfɜːrmənt/

Definition

A person who makes an affirmation, a solemn declaration that is legally binding, usually in place of an oath, often for religious or conscientious reasons.

Examples

The court accepted the testimony of the affirmant, who stated their religious beliefs prevented them from swearing an oath.
As an affirmant, she was required to promise to tell the truth under penalty of perjury.

How to Use affirmant

affirmant in (prepositional phrase): Serving as an affirmant in a specific context, such as a legal proceeding. — "The defendant's brother acted as an affirmant in the case, providing his account of the events."
an affirmant (collocation): Referring to a single person who makes an affirmation. — "The lawyer called an affirmant to the stand to present their sworn statement."

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