confirms (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: kənˈfɜːrmz
Definition
Establishes the truth, accuracy, or validity of something previously suspected or stated.
Examples
The latest medical report confirms that the patient is making a full recovery.
A quick glance at the calendar confirms that our meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday.
New evidence confirms the theory that the ancient civilization traded across the sea.
How to Use confirms
- confirm that (collocation)
- to state that a fact is true — "She confirms that the package has arrived."
- confirm someone's suspicion (collocation)
- to prove that what someone thought was correct — "The missing keys confirm my suspicion that I left them at the office."
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