affirmation
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for affirmation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A statement declaring that something is true; the act of confirming something firmly.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use affirmation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a daily affirmation
an affirmation of support
Etymology
From Old French afermacion, from Latin affirmare, "to assert."
Full origin of affirmation →Frequently asked questions
What does “affirmation” mean?
The word “affirmation” means a statement declaring that something is true; the act of confirming something firmly. In plain terms, a confident statement that something is true, or a positive phrase people repeat to themselves for encouragement.
How do you pronounce “affirmation”?
“Affirmation” is pronounced af-MAYSHN (/æfɝˈmeɪʃn/ in IPA).
How do you use “affirmation” in a sentence?
Here is “affirmation” used in a sentence: “His promotion was an affirmation of years of hard work.”
What is another word for “affirmation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “affirmation” include assertion.
What part of speech is “affirmation”?
“Affirmation” is a noun.
Where does the word “affirmation” come from?
The word “affirmation” comes from Latin. From Old French afermacion, from Latin affirmare, "to assert.".
Is “affirmation” a common word?
“Affirmation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “affirmation” have?
“Affirmation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a statement declaring that something is true; the act of confirming something firmly.
