Meaning
To say clearly that something is true, or that a plan is now certain.
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Word origin
From Latin confirmare, to make firm, from firmus, meaning firm or strong.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- confirmare
- English cognates
- firm, confirmation
Grammar
Examples
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To "confirm" is to say clearly that something is true.
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"Confirmed" is the past form of "confirm".
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"Confirms" is the form used with he, she, or it.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 4: confirm, buzz, newspaper and 7 more words.