affirmation

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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noun a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something
noun the act of affirming or asserting or stating something
noun (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds)

From Old French afermacion, from Latin affirmare (“to assert”). Doublet of affirmatio.

That is my first affirmation. — Creative Evolution, Bergson, Henri
Was this affirmation apprehended by Bloom? — Ulysses, James Joyce
Affirmation is always expressed by a grunt. — An African Adventure, Isaac Frederick Marcosson

avowal, avouchment

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