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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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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

That confirmation would come from a break above the bear flag—requiring a break above $93.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

In its statement to the BBC, DHS referenced remarks from Mullin's confirmation hearing:

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

I think of how he looked to her for confirmation before he’d agree to help set Beetee’s trap.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins