Affirmative – Meaning, Definition, Synonyms, and Antonyms
Affirmative is used as a noun in English grammar. In everyday language, it also commonly describes a positive reply or agreement.
Meaning:
Affirmative means to assert that something is true, or to express agreement and consent. In conversations, it can simply mean “yes” in a clear, confident way.
Definition:
An affirmative sentence is any sentence that is positive (not negative). In other words, it does not deny or contradict the idea being stated.
Example Sentences:
- They have an affirmative duty to prevent crime in their buildings.
- The proposed bill would require an affirmative vote of two thirds of members.
- When the manager asked if everyone agreed, the team gave an affirmative response.
Affirmative synonyms:
- Acceptance
- Assenting
- Concurring
- Confirming
- Positive
- Consenting
- Favorable
- Agreement
Affirmative antonyms:
- Negative
- Dissenting
- Unfavorable
- Disinclined
- Unwilling
- Rejection
- Opposition
- Refusal
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