affirmation
Translation
affirmation, confirmation, assertion
Examples
She nodded her head in affirmation.
She nodded her head in affirmation.
Positive affirmations can boost self-confidence.
Positive affirmations can boost self-confidence.
Grammar Patterns
an affirmation of ((sth.)) a statement confirming (sth.) His speech was an affirmation of his beliefs.
in affirmation as a way of agreeing She raised her hand in affirmation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assertion, declaration, confirmation; Antonyms: denial, negation
Etymology
From the verb 'affirm' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ation'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as the 'action' (-ation) of 'affirming' something.