1. A statement asserting the existence or the truth of something
   - avowal, avouchment 
2. The act of affirming or asserting or stating something
   - assertion, statement 
3. (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds) 
4. A judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand

Derived forms: affirmations

See also: affirm

Type of: assertion, asseveration, averment, commitment, dedication, judgement, judgment, judicial decision, speech act

Antonym: reversal

Encyclopedia: Affirmation Affirmation, The B-Sides

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