Word
reaffirm
Phoneticsreaf·firm
US/ˌɹiəˈfɝm/
UK/ɹˌiːɐfˈɜːm/
Definition
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.
Examples
“The leader reaffirmed his support for the new law.”
“During the press conference, the minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 2030.”
“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.”
Examples
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.”
Real-World Examples
“Ukraine’s allies are to meet on Monday to reaffirm their support for Kyiv in talks held on the country’s independence day.” “Letting 2-year-olds do simple tasks on their own, like washing their hands, can help reaffirm their growing independence.” Etymology
From re- + affirm.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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