English Reference
Verb

reaffirm

v.
C1 Advanced US /ˌɹiəˈfɝm/ UK /ɹˌiːɐfˈɜːm/ reaf·firm UK spelling reaffirmed, reaffirming, reaffirms

v.to say something again to show that you still believe it or agree with it. You use this when you want to make a promise or a fact very clear.

v.to state or assert something again in order to confirm its validity or to express a renewed commitment to it.


SIMPLE

The leader reaffirmed his support for the new law.

CONTEXTUAL

During the press conference, the minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 2030.

COMPLEX

The treaty was signed to reaffirm the long-standing alliance between the two nations, ensuring that their shared borders remained peaceful and secure for future generations.

Ukraine’s allies are to meet on Monday to reaffirm their support for Kyiv in talks held on the country’s independence day.

The Guardian· 22 Aug 2026

Letting 2-year-olds do simple tasks on their own, like washing their hands, can help reaffirm their growing independence.

The Conversation· 21 Jul 2026

From re- + affirm.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level C1 · Advanced
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