affirm

Definitions of "affirm"
  1. The act of stating something is true or factual
  2. The process of validating or confirming something, such as a judgment
  3. The act of making a solemn and serious statement under penalty of perjury, especially when swearing an oath is objectionable due to personal beliefs
  4. The process of supporting or confirming the decision or activities of a lower court
How to use "affirm" in a sentence
  1. The lawyer had to affirm that the documents presented in the court were true.
  2. The appellate court decided to affirm the judgment of the trial court.
  3. Due to his religious beliefs, he chose to affirm his statement under penalty of perjury instead of swearing an oath.

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