CONFIRMATION Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

confirmation

noun

ˌkän-fər-ˈmā-shən

Definition of confirmation

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 But to date, no confirmation of the second case or any additional information has been forthcoming from Uganda. — Helen Branswell, STAT, 16 July 2026 In the absence of any concrete confirmation from the couple's team, rumors and gossip about the details – what the couple wore or whether her cats walked her down the aisle – became endless fodder for TikTok and the nightly news. — Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 16 July 2026 The positions require Senate confirmation, except in temporary appointments. — Gene Johnson, Fortune, 16 July 2026 The baby was referenced by others as her great-granddaughter, though PEOPLE has sought confirmation from Dingell’s office. — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for confirmation

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Noun

And there is also evidence the pattern carries across to the Copa America.

— Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Officers were initially called for reports of shots fired in the area and arrived to find evidence of a shooting.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 14 July 2026

Definition of evidence

Noun

Each of our squirrel-proof bird feeder picks is top rated on Amazon, and our list includes popular brands like Brome, Kingsyard, and Perky-Pet.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
White sneakers tend to lead the trends come spring and summer, but Styles is proof that a black pair of comfy kicks is just as wearable—with a slightly more edgy feel.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of proof

Noun

Over the next few days, commissioners will hear testimony from experts and weigh evidence before deciding later this year whether to approve, modify or reject Duke’s request.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s testimony before Congress.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Definition of testimony

Noun

Conversely, there are moments throughout Pompeii where the trail goes cold due to insufficient documentation from 2,000 years ago, frustrating Hiddleston in the process.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
The rate was $485 a night, according to expense documentation provided to the Herald through the records request.

— Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

Definition of documentation

Noun

Not many will have foreseen Norway’s commanding victory over Brazil, but the way Solbakken managed that game is testament to both his tactical intelligence and their squad depth.

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 July 2026
The fact that a Latin artist was able to sell out one of London's largest concert venues is a testament to just how popular Bunny is and where his career stands.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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