reaffirmation

noun

re·​af·​fir·​ma·​tion (ˌ)rē-ˌa-fər-ˈmā-shən How to pronounce reaffirmation (audio)
plural reaffirmations
: a second or subsequent affirmation : the act of reaffirming something or the condition of being reaffirmed
a reaffirmation of the country's founding principles
Her announcement Friday served as a reaffirmation of her desire to continue in that instrumental role …Sean Sullivan

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The council sent a resolution declaring its reaffirmation to its legislative affairs committee on Thursday, with approval slated for later this month. Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 15 Nov. 2024 The deal is a merry Christmas present for Powell, who closes out a banner year with a reaffirmation of his new star power. Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 This feedback aims to understand weakness, not to seek reaffirmations. 2. Nate Bennett, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 The upcoming relaunch of Reserved Essential is a reaffirmation of Berry’s vision and the brand’s place in the fashion landscape. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reaffirmation 

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reaffirmation was in 1753

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“Reaffirmation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reaffirmation. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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