English Explanatory Dictionary

asseveration

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An earnest affirmation; a declaration of support.

Pronunciation

/əˌsɛv.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ /æsˌɛv.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-asseveration.wav

Word forms

asseveration asseverations

Etymology

From Latin assevērātiō, from assevērō.

Synonyms

averment avowal

Related words

assever asseverate

Derived words

asseverational
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