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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Stocks moved lower Tuesday after Pakistan’s information minister said that Iran has not provided a formal confirmation its delegation will attend peace talks with the U.S. in Pakistan.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

As well as the Middle East conflict, investors will focus on the Senate confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

KeyBanc thinks that is confirmation it will be good news rather than bad for the sector.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Warsh’s confirmation isn’t a matter of whether he has the votes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Not quite a confirmation, but an invitation to join my journey on the road to acceptance.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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