Affirmation - Definition

n 1: a statement asserting the existence or the truth of
something [syn: avowal, avouchment, affirmation]
2: the act of affirming or asserting or stating something [syn:
affirmation, assertion, statement]
3: (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose
as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on
religious or ethical grounds)
4: a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower
court was correct and should stand [ant: reversal]