Synonyms for

Confirms

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

Definition

To establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

Synonyms & similar words

negate support confirm corroborate substantiate reassert affirm sustain verifies validates corroborates substantiates affirms certifies ratifies endorses approves attests upholds vindicates proves establishes demonstrates shows

Synonyms by register

Formal

validates substantiates corroborates affirms ratifies

Informal

backs up backs vouches for goes along with

Literary

attests warrants avouches

Antonyms

denies refutes contradicts disproves negates rebuts disclaims

Common collocations

  • confirms the suspicion
  • confirms the report
  • confirms the identity
  • confirms the booking
  • confirms the appointment
  • confirms the results
  • confirms the allegations

Word family

noun confirmation
verb confirm
adjective confirmable
adverb confirmingly

Usage note

Confirms is often used in formal contexts to state that something is true or accurate. Be careful not to confuse it with 'conform', which means to comply with rules or standards.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor confirms that you have a cold.
  2. The police officer confirms the suspects alibi.
  3. The scientist confirms the theory with evidence.
  4. The judge confirms the verdict.
  5. The bank confirms the account balance.

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