어떤 사실이나 진실을 강하게 또는 공개적으로 진술하는 행위.
The action of stating something strongly or publicly as a fact or truth.
예문:
"She nodded her head in silent affirmation of his statement."
"The treaty was a formal affirmation of the friendship between the two nations."
긍정적인 진술이나 인정을 통해 정서적으로 지지하거나 격려하는 것.
Emotional support or encouragement, often through positive statements or validation.
예문:
"Children need constant affirmation from their parents to build self-esteem."
"Daily positive affirmations can help improve one's mental outlook."
종교적 또는 윤리적 이유로 선서를 거부하는 사람이 행하는 공식적인 진술.
A formal declaration made by a person who declines to take an oath for religious or ethical reasons.
예문:
"The witness chose to make a solemn affirmation instead of swearing on the Bible."
"The law allows for an affirmation if a person's conscience forbids taking an oath."
하급 법원의 판결이 옳았음을 상급 법원이 공식적으로 확인하는 것.
A formal statement by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct.
예문:
"The supreme court's affirmation of the lower court's ruling ended the long legal battle."
"The appellate judge issued an affirmation of the original sentence."