reaffirm
Britishverb
Other Word Forms
- reaffirmation noun
Explanation
To reaffirm is to make a renewed commitment to something, usually verbally. If you affirm something, you are saying "I believe in this!" So reaffirming repeats your belief, making it clear that you still feel that way. Politicians reaffirm their beliefs when they repeat a promise people may have forgotten or had cause to doubt. When a married couple renews their vows, they're reaffirming their love for each other.
Vocabulary lists containing reaffirm
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Example Sentences
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Utah, a state with a long mining legacy, was the first to reaffirm gold and silver as legal tender in 2011.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
"We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to implementing the peace agreement," the former rebels said.
From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026
In Hecox, it may resolve the case on mootness grounds or reaffirm that intermediate scrutiny tolerates generalizations even when they imperfectly fit at the margins.
From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026
Now, Garcia will seek redemption in a new division against an established champion, while Barrios will attempt to reaffirm his dominance at welterweight against high-profile opponent.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026
I was about to shake my head, to reaffirm that my cello had no place among the jamming guitars, no place in the punk-rock world.
From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman
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