Meaning of the word affirm in English

What does affirm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

affirm

US /əˈfɝːm/

UK /əˈfɜːm/

state publicly or officially that something is true or that something exists

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The court affirmed the lower court's decision.

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She affirmed her commitment to the project.

Synonym:

assert declare state attest certify

offer emotional support or encouragement

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It's important to affirm your children's efforts.

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The therapist helped her to affirm her self-worth.

Synonym:

validate endorse uphold support encourage

Related Word:

affirmative affirmatively