affirmative
Translation
affirmative, positive
Examples
She gave an affirmative answer.
She gave an affirmative answer.
The answer is in the affirmative.
The answer is in the affirmative.
Grammar Patterns
an affirmative ((noun)) a positive (noun) We need an affirmative response.
in the affirmative in a way that means 'yes' He answered in the affirmative.
Similar Words
Synonyms: positive, agreeing; Antonyms: negative, dissenting
Etymology
From the verb 'affirm' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ative'.
Memory Tips
An 'affirmative' action is one that affirms or says 'yes'.