Meaning & Definition of Affirmative in English
English⟶
Affirmative
/əfərmətɪv/
noun
1. A reply of affirmation
- "He answered in the affirmative"
synonym:
- affirmative
adjective
1. Affirming or giving assent
- "An affirmative decision"
- "Affirmative votes"
synonym:
- affirmative,
- affirmatory
2. Expecting the best
- "An affirmative outlook"
synonym:
- affirmative,
- optimistic
3. Expressing or manifesting praise or approval
- "Approbative criticism"
- "An affirmative nod"
synonym:
- approving,
- affirmative,
- approbative,
- approbatory,
- plausive
Examples of using
Debate is an academic game between the affirmative and the negative.