Confirmed

/kənˈfɜːrmd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To establish the truth, accuracy, validity, or genuineness of something.
The committee confirmed the results of the investigation.
To make a firm decision or agreement.
She confirmed her attendance at the meeting next week.
To reinforce or strengthen a belief or opinion.
The evidence confirmed his suspicions about the project's feasibility.
adjective
Having been verified or established as true.
He was a confirmed skeptic regarding conspiracy theories.
Fixed or settled in a particular state or condition.
She is a confirmed bachelor, dedicated to her career.

Etymology

From Middle French confirmé, from Latin confirmatus, a past participle of confirmare.

Common Phrases and Expressions

confirmed bachelor
A man who chooses not to marry and is confidently stating his choice.
confirmed report
A report that has been verified and accepted as true.
confirmed appointment
An appointment that has been officially acknowledged.

Related Words

confirm
To establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.
confirmation
The action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed.

Slang Meanings

Definitely true or established.
That news is confirmed, you can trust it.
In agreement with a statement or choice.
I'm confirmed on going to the concert this weekend.