affirmation Meaning and Definition

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

2. n. (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)

3. n. a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something

4. n. the act of affirming or asserting or stating something