affirm
verbTo state positively that something is true or to express firm support for it.
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Clear all filtersTo state positively that something is true or to express firm support for it.
To strengthen a statement or finding with additional supporting evidence.
Add supporting evidence
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Long established and habitual, especially of a tendency or person.
According to what seems reasonable or likely, though not confirmed.
By reasonable assumption
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Temporary or conditional, pending further information or confirmation.
Claimed or alleged to be something, without confirmation.
Strengthening or support; in learning, a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior.
Added strength or support
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To support a claim with evidence or proof.
Not yet settled or certain; offered cautiously for consideration.
Not supported by adequate evidence.
To establish that something is sound or supported.
To check and establish that something is accurate or true.
To clear from blame or demonstrate that a position was justified.
Clear from blame
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