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

Example Sentences

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Hopefully people will make the connection of the importance of dreaming and planning and affirmations but also the importance of letting things go, like forgiving people.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Positive affirmations were driving the healthcare sector higher.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

So we spent 45 minutes in a dimly lit room riding stationary bikes at intense speeds while an instructor shouted affirmations from the front of the room.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Again, there was a website, where fans could receive positive affirmations like "you are distanced, but not far from my heart", or "treat people with kindness", each signed with the phrase, "Love, H".

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

They listened to a positive affirmations self-help CD on the drive.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner