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confirmation

[kon-fer-mey-shuhn] / ˌkɒn fərˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
ratification, validation, proof
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acceptance admission affirmation approval authorization consent corroboration endorsement evidence green light passage recognition testimony verification
STRONG
accord agreement assent attestation authentication avowal nod okay passing sanction substantiation support supporting testament testimonial visa witness
WEAK
accepting affirming authenticating authorizing corroborating go ahead proving sanctioning stamp of approval validating verifying
Antonyms
STRONGEST
denial disagreement disapproval opposition refusal rejection veto
WEAK
annulment cancellation contradiction destruction void

Example Sentences

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"I had been told there was a chance but when I actually got the confirmation, I was really excited."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Many of the governor’s appointees are subject to state Senate confirmation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Given “contradictory narratives” regarding the cease-fire and technical limitations language on passage through the Strait, this confirmation isn’t imminent, Franulovich adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

During Kennedy’s Senate confirmation hearings in 2025, he said the closely scrutinized trip to Samoa had “nothing to do with vaccines.”

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

“And also with you,” I replied before turning and walking back to the pew at the front of the sanctuary, where my confirmation class was seated.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles