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affirmative

UK
/əˈfɜːmətɪv/
US
/əˈfɜrmətɪv/

Translations

affirmativenoun
affirmatives
pl
UK
/əˈfɜː.mə.tɪv/
US
/əˈfɝː.mə.tɪv/
She nodded in affirmative to the proposal.
Она кивнула в знак согласия с предложением.
The lawyer made an affirmative statement in court.
Адвокат сделал утверждение в суде.
Additional translations
утвердительный ответ
подтверждение
Synonyms
acknowledgment
approval
assent
agreement
confirmation
affirmativeadjective
more affirmative
Comp.
most affirmative
Super.
UK
/əˈfɜːmətɪv/
US
/əˈfɜrmətɪv/
She gave an affirmative answer to the question.
Она дала утвердительный ответ на вопрос.
Additional translations
подтверждающий
положительный
Synonyms
confirmative
supportive
agreeing
assenting
positive
Antonyms
negative
affirmativeadverb
UK
/əˈfɜː.mə.tɪv/
US
/əˈfɝː.mə.tɪv/
Used chiefly as a standalone response meaning "yes" in radio/telecommunications and informal speech.
affirmativeinterjection
Used chiefly in radio communication or military contexts as a standalone response meaning “yes”.

Definitions

affirmativenoun
A statement or word that expresses agreement or consent.
When asked if she would attend the meeting, she replied with an affirmative.
The side in a debate that supports or argues in favor of a proposition.
The affirmative presented strong arguments to support the motion.
affirmativeadjective
Expressing agreement or consent.
She gave an affirmative nod when asked if she would attend the meeting.
Indicating that something is true or correct.
The test results were affirmative, confirming the diagnosis.
Positive in nature or tone.
His affirmative attitude helped boost the team's morale.
affirmativeadverb
In an affirmative manner; so as to express agreement or assent.
The committee members replied affirmative to each of the proposed changes.
affirmativeinterjection
Yes; used to indicate agreement, understanding, or affirmation.
"Affirmative, we are proceeding as planned," the pilot replied.
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