Cool MateMeaning of Affirm
to state clearly that something is true
In simple words: To say that something is true or to support it.
Affirm in a sentence
- Both sides affirmed their commitment to the ceasefire.
- I can affirm that no one will lose their job.
- We affirm the principle that leaders must be chosen by the people and be accountable to the people.
- The decision was affirmed by the Court of Appeal.
- They believe that it's important that parents affirm their children as they are.
How to use Affirm
Use 'affirm' in contexts that require a supportive or confirming statement. It's appropriate in formal discussions, but less so in casual conversations, where simpler words like 'say' or 'agree' might work better.
Grammar pattern
affirm + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'a firm' — imagine a firm supporting a project.
Related words
Collocations with Affirm
- affirm one's beliefs
- affirm a statement
- affirm support
- affirm a decision
- affirm the truth
Synonyms for Affirm
Common mistakes with Affirm
- Confused with 'confirm'—they have similar meanings but different usages.
- Using 'affirm' without an object (e.g., saying 'I affirm' instead of 'I affirm my support').
- Incorrectly using 'affirm' in negative contexts.
Affirm appears in
Affirm in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يؤكد
للقول بأن شيئًا ما صحيح أو لدعمه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নিশ্চিত করা, সমর্থন করা
কোনো কিছু সত্যি বলে জানানো বা সেটিকে সমর্থন করা।
- GermanDeutsch
bestätigen, bekräftigen
Zu sagen, dass etwas wahr ist oder es zu unterstützen.
- SpanishEspañol
Afirmar
Decir que algo es cierto o apoyarlo.
- Persianفارسی
تأیید کردن
گفتن اینکه چیزی درست است یا حمایت کردن از آن.
- FrenchFrançais
Affirmer
Dire que quelque chose est vrai ou le soutenir.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पुष्टि करना
यह कहना कि कुछ सच है या उसका समर्थन करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Affermare
Dire che qualcosa è vero o sostenerlo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Afirmar
Dizer que algo é verdade ou apoiá-lo.
- RussianРусский
Подтверждать, утверждать
Сказать, что что-то правда, или поддержать это.
- Urduاردو
یقیناً کہنا، تصدیق کرنا
یہ کہنا کہ کوئی چیز سچی ہے یا اس کی حمایت کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
确认
说某事为真或支持它。
More words like Affirm
- Confirm
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Affirm
What does Affirm mean?
To say that something is true or to support it.
What is the definition of Affirm?
to state clearly that something is true
How do you use Affirm in a sentence?
Both sides affirmed their commitment to the ceasefire.
Can you give another example of Affirm?
I can affirm that no one will lose their job.
What are synonyms for Affirm?
Common alternatives include confirm.
What is the opposite of Affirm?
Opposite meanings include deny, reject, dispute.
What words go with Affirm?
It commonly pairs with affirm one's beliefs, affirm a statement, affirm support, affirm a decision, affirm the truth.
What are common mistakes when using Affirm?
Confused with 'confirm'—they have similar meanings but different usages. Using 'affirm' without an object (e.g., saying 'I affirm' instead of 'I affirm my support'). Incorrectly using 'affirm' in negative contexts.
How do you pronounce Affirm?
US: /["/əˈfɜːrm/","/əˈfɜːrmz/","/əˈfɜːrmd/","/əˈfɜːrmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈfɜːm/","/əˈfɜːmz/","/əˈfɜːmd/","/əˈfɜːmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Affirm?
Use 'affirm' in contexts that require a supportive or confirming statement. It's appropriate in formal discussions, but less so in casual conversations, where simpler words like 'say' or 'agree' might work better.
What CEFR level is Affirm?
"Affirm" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.