confirmation

noun

ˌkän-fər-ˈmā-shən How to pronounce confirmation (audio)
Definition of confirmationnext
as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim regards the finding as a confirmation of the theory that extraterrestrial impacts were responsible for the demise of the dinosaurs

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Recent Examples of confirmation That calls for reducing weaker positions and stopping the aggressive addition of new exposure, as well as requiring stronger confirmation before entering new trades. — Thomas Hartmann, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 There has been no confirmation about where Harry and Meghan will live in the UK, but reports indicate the Cotswolds could be their top choice. — Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 1 Sep. 2026 These confirmations bring Ohio's 2026 tornado total to 37, with 17 occurring in mid-August. — Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Sep. 2026 The announcement currently represents site control and continued development rather than confirmation that the full power complex is under construction. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for confirmation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confirmation
  1. evidence
  2. proof
  3. testimony
  4. documentation
  5. testament
Noun
  • And there’s not much evidence, either, that dazzling rotations win it all.
    — Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • There's either no evidence or evidence that isn't sufficient, like a blurry picture or a print in mud that sort of looks like an oversized foot.
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of evidence
Noun
  • Clancy was tried in a Massachusetts court of law, one of the few venues where defendants such as Clancy enjoy the presumption of proof for pleas of insanity, once they are allowed to make such a plea.
    — Richard E. Vatz, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2026
  • These recipes for muffins, snack mix, energy balls and more are proof that eating better doesn’t have to be boring, regardless of age.
    — Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of proof
Noun
  • Sandusky’s trial produced shocking testimony from other victims The shadow of Penn State’s influence in this borough in the center of the commonwealth continues to hang over the case.
    — Andy Rose, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026
  • About two months after his testimony, Pujo’s report mapped out in pitiless detail all the interrelationships between Morgan and his small network of industrialists.
    — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of testimony
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  • Federal officials have asked MARTA for documentation showing what the transit agency does to prevent crime and make sure all passengers have paid fares.
    — Sara Gregory, AJC.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Rather than presenting Zumthor’s work through drawings or conventional architectural documentation, Wenders trains his camera on the people who encounter, inhabit and build these spaces, letting the buildings unfold from the inside.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of documentation
Noun
  • Even then, the kindergartner recognized the significance of this last testament.
    — Jeff Weiss, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • That’s a compliment, a testament to his greatness, not an attack on his character (because this is perfectly legal).
    — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of testament

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