vahvistaa — meaning in English

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English meaning

affirm verb To state something confidently and firmly as true.
amplify verb To increase the strength, volume, or intensity of something, especially a sound or signal.
approve verb To officially agree to or accept something as satisfactory.
arm noun The part of the human body running from the shoulder down to the hand.
assert verb To state something firmly and confidently, as if it were beyond doubt.
attest verb To confirm or declare that something is true or genuine.
bolster noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
confirm verb To state or show that something is definitely true or accurate.
consolidate verb To combine several things into one, stronger whole.
corroborate verb To support or confirm a claim with additional evidence.
deepen verb To make or become deeper.
enforce verb To make sure a law, rule, or requirement is obeyed.
establish verb To set something up so firmly that it becomes permanent or generally accepted.
formalize verb To give something a clear and fixed shape.
fortify verb To strengthen a place against attack, usually with walls or defenses.
harden verb To become hard, or to make something hard or harder.
ratify verb To give official approval to something, making it formally valid.
reinforce verb To make something stronger by adding extra support or material.
strengthen verb To make something stronger, more solid, or more effective.
substantiate verb To back up a claim with evidence or proof.
toughen verb To make something stronger or more resistant to damage.
validate verb To check that something is correct, official, or meets the required standard.
verify verb To check or prove that something is true or accurate.
yes particle Used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.

Senses

vahvistaa is used for these senses in English:

affirm To make firm; to confirm, or ratify; especially (legal) to assert or confirm, as a judgment, decree, or order, brought before an appellate court for review.
amplify (transitive) To render larger, more extended, or more intense.
amplify (transitive) To increase the amplitude of something, especially of an electric current.
approve (transitive) To officially sanction; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.
arm (transitive) To cover or furnish with a plate, or with whatever will add strength, force, security, or efficiency.
assert To use or exercise and thereby prove the existence of.
attest (transitive) To affirm to be correct, true, or genuine.
attest (transitive) To certify by signature or oath.