ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Affirmatory

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Affirmatory is an adjective meaning Giving affirmation; assertive; affirmative.

Meaning

Giving affirmation; assertive; affirmative.

Example Sentences

1855-1863, William Massey, A History of England During the Reign of George the Third The House being resolved into a committee to consider the state of the nation , Mr . Pitt moved three resolutions , the first , declaratory of the King's disability ; the second , affirmatory of the right and duty of both Houses to provide for the exercise of royal authority […]

Synonyms for affirmatory

Depending on context, synonyms include positive, favorable, affirmative, concessive, assentient, assenting.

Antonyms for affirmatory

Common opposites include negative.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include affirmative, assentient, agreeing, positive, favorable, concessive.

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