affirmation
US /ˌæf.ɚˈmeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌæf.əˈmeɪ.ʃən/
名詞
1.
肯定, 確認
a statement or sign that something is true
範例:
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The witness provided an affirmation of the events.
證人提供了事件的確認。
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Her nod was an affirmation of her agreement.
她的點頭是對她同意的肯定。
2.
肯定, 鼓勵
emotional support or encouragement
範例:
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Children need constant affirmation from their parents.
孩子們需要父母持續的肯定。
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He sought affirmation for his efforts.
他尋求對其努力的肯定。