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Meaning of affirmation | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
æfɝˈmeɪʃn

Definitions

  1. That which is affirmed; a declaration that something is true
  2. That which is affirmed; a declaration that something is true.
    countable, uncountable
  3. A solemn pledge (to tell the truth, to bear allegiance, etc.), legally equivalent to an oath, taken by people who are forbidden to take a religious oath (such as Quakers) or otherwise prefer not to do so
  4. A solemn pledge (to tell the truth, to bear allegiance, etc.), legally equivalent to an oath, taken by people who are forbidden to take a religious oath (such as Quakers) or otherwise prefer not to do so.
    countable, uncountable
  5. A form of self-forced meditation or repetition; autosuggestion
  6. A form of self-forced meditation or repetition; autosuggestion.
    countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Her success was an affirmation of all her hard work.”
“The ceremony included an affirmation of loyalty.”
“Daily positive affirmations can improve self-confidence.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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