REAFFIRM Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

reaffirm

verb

Definition of reaffirm

as in to affirm

to formally state (something) again in order to emphasize that it is true The President reaffirmed his commitment to cutting taxes. She reaffirmed her stance on the issue.

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Recent Examples of reaffirm The second ceremony allowed the couple to reaffirm their commitment in the Catholic Church. — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 Instead, the company reaffirmed plans to merge with TAE, cementing its efforts to break into the fusion energy industry — unproven tech that has nothing to do with a far-right microblogging platform. — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 24 June 2026 The Organization of American States (OAS) has backed Paz’s government, condemning the roadblocks and reaffirming support for Bolivia’s constitutional order. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 When asked what role politics had played in Newsom’s changing attitude toward telework, Tara Gallegos, a spokesperson for the Governor’s Office, reaffirmed his reasoning for the return-to-office order outlined in last year’s executive order. — William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for reaffirm

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaffirm

Verb

The appeals court affirmed the HUPEPA dismissal and fee award, but remanded the Rule 11 issue.

— Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
One girl’s family left New Hampshire as new laws targeting transgender youth and limiting gender-affirming care took hold, underscoring the growing pressure on families seeking supportive environments.

— Kathy McCormack, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of affirm

Verb

They are typically used during construction to maintain stability.

— Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
Under a settlement agreement signed July 6, Christopher Newport agreed to hiring a full-time interim head coach and assistant and maintain the program through at least August 2030.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of maintain

Verb

In theory, a ceasefire would see the central government reassert more direct control of their subordinates, although concerns about assassinations might discourage them for rebuilding their electronic command and control systems, making that more difficult.

— Michael Lynch, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Even still, Xi’s visit now, and his talk of deepening ties across trade, science and technology, is a sign that Beijing wants to reassert its position as Pyongyang’s primary partner.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 9 June 2026

Definition of reassert

Verb

While San Francisco’s bullpen is struggling, Rogers is in the midst of another excellent season after signing a three-year, $37 million deal to join the defending American League champions.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
This year, Argentina is defending its World Cup title, with Messi widely regarded as one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

— Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026