Affirmation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌa-fər-ˈmā-shən/ af·fir·ma·tion

Meaning & Definition of Affirmation

Affirmation (noun)

  1. the act of affirming
  2. something affirmed, a positive assertion
  3. a solemn declaration made under the penalties of perjury by a person who conscientiously declines taking an oath

Affirmation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. 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"

    similar: assertion, asseveration, avouchment, avowal, claim, declaration, insistence, profession, protestation
    related: allegation, announcement, proclamation, pronouncement, argument, justification, rationalization, reason, confirmation, reaffirmation, reconfirmation, vindication
    opposite: disavowal
    near: disclaimer, challenge, dispute, question, confutation, disproof, rebuttal, refutation, contradiction, denial, negation

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Affirmation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Affirmation:

assertion, asseveration, avouchment, avowal, claim, declaration, insistence, profession, protestation

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Affirmation

Words with the opposite meaning of Affirmation:

disavowal

Related Words for Affirmation

allegation, announcement, proclamation, pronouncement, argument, justification, rationalization, reason, confirmation, reaffirmation, reconfirmation, vindication

Near Antonyms of Affirmation

disclaimer, challenge, dispute, question, confutation, disproof, rebuttal, refutation, contradiction, denial, negation

Origin & Etymology of Affirmation

Middle English affirmacioun, borrowed from Anglo-French affirmation, affermacion, borrowed from Latin affirmātiōn-, affirmātiō, from affirmāre "to affirm" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Affirmation

self-affirmation

Frequently Asked Questions about Affirmation

What does "Affirmation" mean?

"Affirmation" means the act of affirming. As a noun, it is defined as: the act of affirming.

What is another word for "Affirmation"?

Other words for "Affirmation" include assertion, asseveration, avouchment, avowal, claim, declaration, insistence and profession. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Affirmation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Affirmation"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Affirmation". Common alternatives include assertion, asseveration, avouchment, avowal, claim, declaration, insistence, profession and protestation.

What is the opposite of "Affirmation"?

Antonyms of "Affirmation" include disavowal. Near antonyms include disclaimer, challenge, dispute and question.

How do you use "Affirmation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Affirmation" in a sentence: "a sworn affirmation that he had never acted as a spy for the enemy".

Is "Affirmation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Affirmation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Affirmation"?

"Affirmation" is pronounced /ˌa-fər-ˈmā-shən/ and divided into syllables as af·fir·ma·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Affirmation"?

"Affirmation" comes from Middle English affirmacioun, borrowed from Anglo-French affirmation, affermacion, borrowed from Latin affirmātiōn-, affirmātiō, from affirmāre "to affirm" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns. First known use: 15th century.