AFFIRMATIVE
(adj., noun, adj.sat, interj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Affirmative.
How to pronounce affirmative:
US
Affirmative - as an adjective
Affirming or giving assent
Example: "An affirmative decision"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affirmatory22Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
negative12Affirmative - as a noun
A reply of affirmation
Example: "He answered in the affirmative"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affirmation19avouchment20avowal12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
negative12Affirmative - as an adjective satellite
Expressing or manifesting praise or approval
Example: "Approbative criticism"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
approbative20approbatory20approving17plausive13Affirmative - as an interjection
An elaborate synonym for the word yes.
(especially radio communications) yes; true; correct.
Example Sentences
"Yes, that is the affirmative answer."
"He gave an affirmative nod to show his agreement."
"You need to respond with a simple 'affirmative' or 'negative'."
"The jury's verdict was affirmative, finding the defendant guilty."
"She received an affirmative response to her job application."
Word Game Points
Is AFFIRMATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, affirmative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AFFIRMATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is AFFIRMATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, affirmative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAFFIRMATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is AFFIRMATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affirmative is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAFFIRMATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
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