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Affirmative Definition & Meaning

affirmative
adjective
  1. affirming or giving assent; "an affirmative decision"; "affirmative votes"
  2. expecting the best; "an affirmative outlook"
  3. expressing or manifesting praise or approval; "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod"
noun
  1. a reply of affirmation; "he answered in the affirmative"

"Affirmative" in song lyrics

See how affirmative is used in real songs:

  • "Superlative lyricism it's affirmative"
    7L & Esoteric — Def Rhymes
  • "Did I murder it, affirmative"
    South Park Mexican — He's Returned
  • "And so it was said, and created affirmative"
    Living Legends f/ Abstract Rude — You Hear About It

Usage tips for "affirmative"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "affirmative" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for affirmative to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does affirmative mean?
affirming or giving assent; "an affirmative decision"; "affirmative votes" expecting the best; "an affirmative outlook" expressing or manifesting praise or approval; "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod" a reply of affirmation; "he answered in the affirmative"
What part of speech is affirmative?
Affirmative is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does affirmative have?
Affirmative has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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