vi to declare or assert positively.
2. affirm ·vt to declare, as a fact, solemnly, under judicial sanction. ·see affirmation, 4.
3. affirm ·vt to assert or confirm, as a judgment, decree, or order, brought before an appellate court for review.
4. affirm ·vt to assert positively; to tell with confidence; to aver; to maintain as true;
opposed to deny.
5. affirm ·vi to make a solemn declaration, before an authorized magistrate or tribunal, under the penalties of perjury; to testify by affirmation.