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verb

past tense of confirm

Synonym Chooser

How is the word confirmed distinct from other similar adjectives?

The words chronic and inveterate are common synonyms of confirmed. While all three words mean "firmly established," confirmed implies a growing stronger and firmer with time so as to resist change or reform.

a confirmed bachelor

Where would chronic be a reasonable alternative to confirmed?

In some situations, the words chronic and confirmed are roughly equivalent. However, chronic suggests something that is persistent or endlessly recurrent and troublesome.

a chronic complainer

When is it sensible to use inveterate instead of confirmed?

While the synonyms inveterate and confirmed are close in meaning, inveterate applies to a habit, attitude, or feeling of such long existence as to be practically ineradicable or unalterable.

an inveterate smoker

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of confirmed
Adjective
Although there are no confirmed person-to-person infections so far, Susanne previously reported on research that indicates the strain currently affecting dairy cows is one mutation away from becoming easily transmitted between humans. Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2025 However, there is no confirmed timeline for this potential IPO, and importantly, the value has been rising appreciably in recent years without the benefit of retail investor participation. Joel Shulman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Verb
That information was sent to the FBI following the attack, Evans confirmed. Josh Margolin, ABC News, 4 Jan. 2025 Per the organization, one feline that consumed the pet food product has been confirmed positive for bird flu. Nicholas Rice, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for confirmed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confirmed
Adjective
  • Even more consequentially, Chelsea’s chronic lack of attacking punch in recent weeks belies the reality that their margin for error in the race for Champions League qualification is exhausted.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
  • However, long-term illnesses or chronic conditions can lead to muscle loss, changes in metabolism, and altered energy expenditure.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Those were the same Rockets that famously ditched the concept of playing traditional centers by trading Clint Capela at the deadline, leaning into small-ball lineups that spaced the floor and launched from deep.
    Shane Young, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • This one from interior designer Kelly Wearstler has four breakfast plates, four bowls, four coffee cups and saucers, four starter plates, four dinner plates, and four deep plates, all ceramic and dishwasher-safe.
    Erika Owen, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • While some alerts can be automatically verified and addressed with the right software, many still require manual investigation, including information gathering and thorough checks.
    Bankim Chandra, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The post, verified by Variety, said that texts and documents obtained did not intend to smear the actress.
    Matt Donnelly, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In September the government approved broadening the scope of its DST.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That provision was included in the final motion approved during a full council vote Wednesday.
    Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The rapid rise of ransomware attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities and data breaches has created an environment of persistent uncertainty, leaving organizations grappling with how to stay resilient in the face of evolving threats.
    Francis Dinha, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • In a bold move to address one of America’s most persistent healthcare crises, Chicago Beyond has launched a groundbreaking fellowship initiative, committing $2 million to support four exceptional birth workers dedicated to improving Black maternal health outcomes nationwide.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The River City Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 614 argued the 242-page agreement alters working conditions of officers and has the potential to erode the union’s collective bargaining capabilities.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
  • His lawyers have argued that a president's immunity from criminal proceedings extends to the transition period — the time between the election and inauguration.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The efforts of the Carter administration finally prevailed and by the following year, both treaties were ratified by the Senate.
    Rolando Arrieta, NPR, 29 Dec. 2024
  • In August, Apple ratified a labor contract at America's first unionized Apple Store—agreeing to a modest increase in wages, about 10 percent over three years.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 28 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Based on the true story of Robinson, who was abducted as a baby and raised by the family of a serial killer who was convicted of murdering her mother.
    Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Notorious serial killer Gary Michael Hilton has confessed for the first time ever to the murder of a Florida nurse.
    KC Baker, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025

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“Confirmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confirmed. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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