affirmations

NOUN

declaration of the truth of something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assertion confirmation

STRONG

affidavit asseveration attestation averment avouchment avowal certification declaration oath okay pronouncement ratification statement testimonial testimony

WEAK

green light stamp of approval sworn statement

Antonyms

STRONGEST

denial

WEAK

negation nullification veto

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Positive affirmations were driving the healthcare sector higher.

From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026

After introducing the inspiration behind “Moon Garden,” which contains 12 sections of spiritual poems, insights and affirmations tied to Earth’s lunar cycles, Godfred answers questions posed by Ford and the audience.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 4, 2026

Doubts will rise among the U.S.’s allies in Asia, despite rhetorical affirmations of strong ties, said Henrietta Levin, a former National Security Council director for China during the Biden administration.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026

The voices that filled its streets earlier this month were not only cries of protest; they were affirmations of identity.

From Salon ● Jan. 22, 2026

In accord with my own frequent affirmations that I would personally go anywhere to secure peace and security for my people, I am now traveling out of Biafra to explore....

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie