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affirm

/əˈfɜːrm/
English Definition
v. to confirm; assert; declare
中文释义
证实；断言
Example Sentence

The new archaeological evidence affirms the theory that early trade routes extended across the Mediterranean.

新的考古证据证实了早期贸易路线延伸至地中海的这一理论。

Synonyms
confirm assert declare
Antonyms
deny refute
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
af-(go to, ad variant) + firm (firm) → assert.
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “affirm”?

  1. A To put forward as a basis of argument.
  2. B To put at risk or in danger.
  3. C To confirm; assert; declare
  4. D To express deep grief; mourn.
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C — To confirm; assert; declare. “affirm” means to confirm; assert; declare.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “to confirm; assert; declare”?

  1. A imperil
  2. B posit
  3. C affirm
  4. D lament
Show answer

C — affirm. “affirm” means to confirm; assert; declare.

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Common questions about “affirm”

What does “affirm” mean?

affirm — to confirm; assert; declare. In Chinese: 证实；断言.

How do you pronounce “affirm”?

affirm is pronounced /əˈfɜːrm/.

How is “affirm” used in a sentence?

The new archaeological evidence affirms the theory that early trade routes extended across the Mediterranean. (新的考古证据证实了早期贸易路线延伸至地中海的这一理论。)

What are synonyms for “affirm”?

confirm, assert, declare — all close in meaning to affirm (to confirm; assert; declare).

What is the opposite of “affirm”?

deny, refute — each the opposite of affirm (to confirm; assert; declare).

Is “affirm” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. affirm is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “affirm”?

af-(go to, ad variant) + firm (firm) → assert.

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