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Uncommonaffirm
The correct spelling is affirm.
How to pronounce affirm
/əˈfɜːm/
verbIPA: /əˈfɜːm/
Say it like: Aff-irm
The correct spelling is affirm. To agree, verify or concur; to answer positively. For example: "She affirmed that she would go when I asked her."
Usage Examples
“She affirmed that she would go when I asked her.”
“They did everything they could to affirm the children's self-confidence.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To agree, verify or concur; to answer positively.
- 2.To assert positively; to tell with confidence; to aver; to maintain as true.
- 3.To support or encourage.
- 4.To make firm; to confirm, or ratify; especially to assert or confirm, as a judgment, decree, or order, brought before an appellate court for review.
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