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Affirms

Verb / ʌˈfɜ:mz / Another word for affirms — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to state or assert positively; maintain as true

Synonyms & similar words

swan negate support confirm corroborate substantiate verify affirm assert aver swear avow sustain declare assert avow aver maintain state testify swear attest certify confirm corroborate endorse ratify validate back support uphold vouch warrant

Example sentences

  1. The teacher affirms that the answer is correct.
  2. He affirms his love for his family every day.
  3. She affirms her faith in God.
  4. The witness affirms that he saw the suspect on the night of the crime.
  5. I affirms that I will be responsible for my actions.

Quotes

  • Faith is the virtue by which, clinging-to the faithfulness of God, we lean upon him, so that we may obtain what he gives to us. - William Ames
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us. - Joseph Campbell

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