AFFIRMATION - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

the act of affirming or asserting or stating something

Categories: Speech act

Part of speech: Noun

(religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds)

Categories: Commitment, Dedication

Part of speech: Noun

a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand

Categories: Judgment, Judgement, Judicial decision

The word "affirmation" comes from Latin affirmare, which comes from Old French afermacion.

affirmatio – A related word in the same word family.

Medieval scholars created new Latin words for modern concepts, keeping the language alive for centuries.