affirmation

Definitions

The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed.

A formal statement that something is true.

An emotional support or encouragement.

Examples

She repeated a positive affirmation to herself every morning to boost her confidence.

The nod from the director served as a silent affirmation of his hard work.

Synonyms

assertion confirmation declaration ratification endorsement validation avowal

Antonyms

denial refutation contradiction rejection disavowal negation disproof