Meaning & Definition of word "Confirmed"
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Confirmed
/kənˈfɜːrmd/
verb:
- 1. To establish the truth, accuracy, validity, or genuineness of something.
- Example: The committee confirmed the results of the investigation.
- 2. To make a firm decision or agreement.
- Example: She confirmed her attendance at the meeting next week.
- 3. To reinforce or strengthen a belief or opinion.
- Example: The evidence confirmed his suspicions about the project's feasibility.
adjective:
- 1. Having been verified or established as true.
- Example: He was a confirmed skeptic regarding conspiracy theories.
- 2. Fixed or settled in a particular state or condition.
- Example: 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 of confirmed
Meaning: Definitely true or established.
Example Sentence: That news is confirmed, you can trust it.
Meaning: In agreement with a statement or choice.
Example Sentence: I'm confirmed on going to the concert this weekend.