affirmation
noun/ˌæfəˈmeɪʃn/
/ˌæfərˈmeɪʃn/
(formal)- [uncountable, countable] a definite or public statement that something is true or that you support something strongly synonym confirmation
- She nodded in affirmation.
- Some people need frequent affirmations of love from their partners.
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- [uncountable, countable] (law) the fact of confirming a legal decision
- affirmation by the Court of Appeal
- [uncountable] emotional support or approval
- The children were constantly looking for affirmation from their parents.
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