reaffirm

verb

re·​af·​firm (ˌ)rē-ə-ˈfərm 

reaffirmed; reaffirming; reaffirms

transitive verb

: to affirm (something) again especially so as to strengthen or confirm

reaffirming the defendant's innocence

reaffirm the validity of a debt

a story that reaffirmed her belief in the goodness of humanity

Examples of reaffirm in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The economic impact study reaffirmed the additional container terminal as a significant growth opportunity for the state, positioning Baltimore as a leading East Coast port and most efficient gateway to the Midwest for containerized cargo. —Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 16 July 2024

After the meeting, the AFL-CIO executive committee reaffirmed its support for the president. —Dan Balz, Washington Post, 16 July 2024

Hosting International Jazz Day reaffirms our dedication to the arts and provides a global stage to showcase our dynamic music scene. —Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 16 July 2024

Following the woman’s termination, the district reaffirmed its mission via its statement. —Hunter Dunteman, Twin Cities, 15 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Legal Definition

reaffirm

transitive verb

re·​af·​firm

ˌrē-ə-ˈfərm

1

: to affirm again

2

: to agree to the payment of (a dischargeable debt) with a creditor prior to the discharge of debts in bankruptcy

reaffirmed her debt in order to keep her car

reaffirmation

-ˌa-fər-ˈmā-shən

noun