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Her kind words felt like an affirmation.
What does Affirmation mean?
An affirmation is a positive or confirming statement.
Dictionary definition
A statement that confirms something is true or gives support and encouragement.
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Affirmation in a sentence
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The coach gave the team an affirmation before the game.
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A clear affirmation can help someone feel seen, supported, and confident.
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What is an affirmation?
An affirmation is a statement that confirms something or gives support and encouragement.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to affirmation?
Confirmation is close in meaning to affirmation in this dictionary entry.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of affirmation?
Denial contrasts with affirmation in this dictionary entry.
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Affirmation
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WordAffirmation.
Partnoun.
MeaningAffirmation means An affirmation is a positive or confirming statement.
ExampleExample: Her kind words felt like an affirmation.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- af · er · may · shun
- Strongest beat
- may
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on may.
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Synonyms
Words like Affirmation
confirmationUse when a statement shows something is true.
encouragementUse when words give support or confidence.
Antonyms
Opposite words
denialUse when saying something is not true.
discouragementUse when words reduce confidence or hope.
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Word family
Affirmation word family
Base word
affirmation
verb
affirm
To state as true or show support.
adjective
affirmative
Showing agreement or confirmation.
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An affirmation is a positive or confirming statement.
Common mix-up
Affirmation is not the same as denial. Affirmation means an affirmation is a positive or confirming statement.
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Read this model sentence: The coach gave the team an affirmation before the game. Clue words: coach, team, game. Underline clue words that show why affirmation fits instead of denial. Now write one new sentence that shows affirmation without using the word affirmation. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show affirmation?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The coach gave the team an affirmation before the game." Why does affirmation fit better than denial?
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