- (v.t.) To assert positively; to tell with confidence; to aver; to maintain as true; -- opposed to deny.
- (v.t.) To declare, as a fact, solemnly, under judicial sanction. See Affirmation, 4.
- (v.t.) to assert or confirm, as a judgment, decree or order, brought before an appellate court for review.
- (v.i.) To declare or assert positively.
- (v.i.) To make a solemn declaration, before an authorized magistrate or tribunal, under the penalties of perjury; to testify by affirmation.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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