CONFIRMATION Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

confirmation

noun

ˌkän-fər-ˈmā-shən

as in evidence

something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim regards the finding as a confirmation of the theory that extraterrestrial impacts were responsible for the demise of the dinosaurs

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Recent Examples of confirmation Already, there are signs that Democrats will use those confirmation hearings to rough up some of the nominees on their qualifications and Trump’s plans alike. —

Philip Elliott, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025 Real-time events are discrete occurrences, such as a package delivery confirmation or a manufacturing machine reaching a certain temperature threshold. —

Don Murray, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 In the midst of the defeat, TCU did receive further confirmation that guard Noah Reynolds has officially turned the corner. Reynolds, who hit the game-winner against the Wildcats, was TCU’s best source of offense against the elite Houston defense. —

Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2025 What Happens Next Patel and Cole's reappointments, which are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate, are effective January 7. —

Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for confirmation

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There is growing evidence, for example, that credit scores depressed by medical debt can threaten people’s access to housing and drive homelessness.

— Noam N. Levey, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
The Flyers’ ability to pepper Woll with shots, and the Leafs’ inability to get the other way quickly, was further evidence of how McCabe’s absence could hamper the team.

— Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025