Definition: The word "affirm" in English means to affirm, approve or confirm something as true or correct. It's an active verb that can have different meanings depending on context.
1.
Positive Affirmative -
When someone says they affirm something, it means they're saying you're right about something.
Example: He affirmed that the plan was a good one.
2.
Negative Affirmative -
When someone says they deny something, it means they're not saying that is true or correct.
Example: She denied that he told her how she looked.
3.
Conditional Affirmative -
In some contexts, you could say affirmatively "I am sure" about something, but not necessarily affirmatively "I am right."
Example: He affirmed his statement to be accurate.
4.
Neutral Affirmative -
When someone says they're positive or neutral, it means they're saying that the issue is reasonable or possible.
Example: The proposal is a good one, and I'm positive about it.
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Negative Affirmative -
When someone says they deny something, it means they're not saying you're right, but rather they are denying your statement or belief about something.
For example:
- "I affirm that the plan was a good one" (positive affirmation)
- "He denies that he told her how she looked (negative affirmation) and I am sure of my words."
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