as in declaration
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
a sworn affirmation that he had never acted as a spy for the enemy
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Recent Examples of affirmation
With an acoustic guitar player providing live music and a few people delivering positive affirmations during her attempt, Noone locked in the record with a time of 25 minutes and 11.3 seconds.
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Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 18 May 2025
The Science Behind the Mantras These affirmations aren’t just personal mantras, they’re backed by science.
—Essence, 9 May 2025
His quest for affirmation demands a constant nursing of fear, and his life out of the spotlight has not cured him of that.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 8 May 2025
Centered around the values of individuality, diversity and authenticity, this mantra resonated deeply with young consumers’ desires for both identity expression and style affirmation.
—Footwear News, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for affirmation
Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 18 May 2025
The Science Behind the Mantras These affirmations aren’t just personal mantras, they’re backed by science.
—Essence, 9 May 2025
His quest for affirmation demands a constant nursing of fear, and his life out of the spotlight has not cured him of that.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 8 May 2025
Centered around the values of individuality, diversity and authenticity, this mantra resonated deeply with young consumers’ desires for both identity expression and style affirmation.
—Footwear News, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for affirmation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirmation
Noun
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Only a few states have addressed the issue of whether or not to maintain a pregnant patient on supportive measures following a declaration of death.—
Katherine Drabiak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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When disaster declarations were issued for nine states in late May, some had been pending for two months and others were only partially approved.—
Seth Borenstein,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
Noun
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Of greatest concern was their assertion that Volvo Trucks will not be producing autonomy-ready trucks starting in 2027 as has been stated by both companies.—
Richard Bishop,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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But vaccine experts say such an assertion isn’t supported by evidence, and OB-GYNs quickly raised alarms over patient access to the vaccine.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
29 May 2025
Noun
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This was despite the insistence of Mayor Bass and the LAPD chief that the police wouldn’t be getting involved.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
8 June 2025
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The Stars insistence on falling behind was going to get them.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 May 2025
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“Affirmation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affirmation. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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