to affirm; positive; definite; certainly
Meanings
4 senses · 11 examplesverb
to affirm; to confirm; to acknowledge
neutralUsed to formally recognize or validate something, such as achievements, facts, or opinions.
First, we need to affirm his efforts.
The teacher confirmed that this answer is correct.
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He is brave enough to acknowledge his own worth.
adjective
affirmative; positive
neutralUsed as an attributive adjective before nouns to describe things that express affirmation or agreement.
This is an affirmative judgment.
I asked for his opinion, and he gave a positive answer.
adjective
definite; certain; confirmed
neutralDescribes something that is certain, settled, or not subject to doubt.
It's still not certain whether he can come today.
Please give me a definite answer.
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The outcome of the match is now certain.
adverb
certainly; definitely; surely
neutralUsed to express confidence or certainty about a future event or situation.
He will certainly agree.
The situation is definitely favorable.
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You will definitely pass the exam.