Affirmation Meaning
/æfɝˈmeɪʃn/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThat which is affirmed; a declaration that something is true.
nounA solemn pledge (to tell the truth, to bear allegiance, etc.), legally equivalent to an oath, taken by people who are forbidden to take a religious oath (such as Quakers) or otherwise prefer not to do so.
Sentence Examples
This sort of structure is called a double negative, but in effect it shows affirmation.
Every sentence I utter must be understood not as an affirmation, but as a question.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ of the plan gave everyone the confidence to proceed with the project.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She whispered an ____ to herself before starting the difficult exam.
Word Origin & History
From Old French afermacion, from Latin affirmare (“to assert”). Doublet of affirmatio.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"[Gemini:] Yes, your family group chat decided to meet for dinner at seven today, and there is a reminder to say your daily affirmations, you are strong, you are confident—
[Nishtha Bhatia] Okay, we'll do these affirmations a bit later, but why don't you add that dinner to my calendar?"
— 2026 May 19, 31:02, in Google I/O 2026 keynote in 35 minutes:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ of the plan gave everyone the confidence to proceed with the project.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She whispered an ____ to herself before starting the difficult exam.