AFFIRMS
- State as a fact; assert strongly and publicly
- Declare one's support for; uphold or defend
- Accept or confirm the validity of (a judgment or agreement); ratify
- Make a formal declaration rather than taking an oath (e.g., to testify truthfully)
- (of a court) Uphold (a decision) on appeal
- Offer (someone) emotional support or encouragement
- AFFIRM, to state positively [v]