CEFR B2

affirmation

noun

Meaning

A statement or declaration that something is true or valid, often made publicly or officially.

Examples

The judge's ruling was a strong affirmation of the defendant's rights.
The crowd's cheers were an affirmation of their support for the team.

Synonyms: confirmation, declaration, assertion, ratification

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affirmation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæfərˈmeɪʃən/

Definition

A statement or declaration that something is true or valid, often made publicly or officially.

Examples

The judge's ruling was a strong affirmation of the defendant's rights.
The crowd's cheers were an affirmation of their support for the team.
He sought affirmation from his parents that he had made the right career choice.

How to Use affirmation

affirmation of (prepositional phrase): A statement that confirms or supports something. — "The award was a clear affirmation of his lifelong dedication to science."
positive affirmation (collocation): A statement designed to promote positive thinking and self-esteem. — "Practicing positive affirmations can help build confidence."

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