Asseveration — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ə-ˈse-və-ˌrāt/ as·sev·er·ate

Meaning & Definition of Asseveration

Asseveration (verb)

  1. to affirm or declare positively or earnestly

Asseveration (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something

    "despite the reporter's asseverations about journalistic integrity, there is little doubt that he is guilty of fabricating a number of details in his stories"

    similar: affirmation, assertion, 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 Asseveration

The most common words with a similar meaning to Asseveration:

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

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Asseveration

Words with the opposite meaning of Asseveration:

disavowal

Related Words for Asseveration

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

Near Antonyms of Asseveration

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

Word Forms of Asseveration

Inflections: asseverated, asseverating

Derived words: asseveration (noun), asseverative (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Asseveration

Latin asseveratus, past participle of asseverare, from ad- + severus severe

First known use: 1642

Frequently Asked Questions about Asseveration

What does "Asseveration" mean?

"Asseveration" means to affirm or declare positively or earnestly. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to affirm or declare positively or earnestly.

What is another word for "Asseveration"?

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

What are different ways to say "Asseveration"?

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

What is the opposite of "Asseveration"?

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

How do you use "Asseveration" in a sentence?

Examples of "Asseveration" in a sentence: "despite the reporter's asseverations about journalistic integrity, there is little doubt that he is guilty of fabricating a number of details in his stories".

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

"Asseveration" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Asseveration"?

"Asseveration" is pronounced /ə-ˈse-və-ˌrāt/ and divided into syllables as as·sev·er·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Asseveration"?

"Asseveration" comes from Latin asseveratus, past participle of asseverare, from ad- + severus severe. First known use: 1642.