Confirmation
/kɒn.fərˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of verifying or ratifying a decision or agreement.
The court's confirmation of the contract made it legally binding.
- (n.) Formal approval or consent, often required to validate an appointment or act.
The senate's confirmation of the nominee was unanimous.
Forms
- confirmations
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'confirmation' often implies judicial or legislative approval necessary to give effect to certain decisions or appointments.
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