definition of
affirmation

[1] #1 affirmation n. [avowal, avouchment] a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something. wn

[2] #2 affirmation n. [assertion, statement] the act of affirming or asserting or stating something. wn

[3] #3 affirmation 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). wn

[4] #4 affirmation n. a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand. wn