early 15c., "assertion that something is true," from Old French afermacion (14c.), from Latin affirmationem (nominative affirmatio) "an affirmation, solid assurance," noun of action from past participle stem of affirmare (see affirm). In law, as the Quaker alternative to oath-taking, it is attested from 1690s.
双语例句
1. The ministers issued an affirmation of their faith in the system.
部长们表示了对该体制坚定的信心。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The Director is awaiting the Board's affirmation of his nominee.
董事长在等待董事会批准他提名的候选人.
来自《简明英汉词典》
3. A single nod implies an affirmation.
点一点头暗示肯定.
来自《简明英汉词典》
4. The high turnout was an affirmation of the importance that the voters attached to the election.
高投票率清楚地显示出选民们对选举的重视。
来自柯林斯例句
5. When sitting for that Purpose, they shall be on Oath or Affirmation.
