affirm
//əˈfɜːm//
Verb
affirmInfinitive
affirmPresent tense
affirmedPast tense
affirmedPast participle
affirmingPresent participle
affirmsThird-person singular
1
To state or assert positively; to declare something to be true with confidence.
The scientist affirmed that the results of the experiment were accurate.
2
To uphold, confirm, or ratify a judgment, decision, or legal ruling.
The appeals court affirmed the lower court's decision.
3
To offer emotional support or encouragement; to validate someone's feelings or worth.
The teacher affirmed the student's efforts, telling her she was doing a great job.