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asseveration

 

[ əˌsɛv.əˈreɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal statement

An asseveration is a solemn declaration or affirmation, often made in a formal context. It conveys a strong assertion of truth, typically without any doubt. Asseverations are commonly used when someone asserts a fact with conviction.

Synonyms

affirmation, assertion, declaration

Examples of usage

  • His asseveration of innocence was met with skepticism.
  • The witness's asseveration was crucial to the case.
  • She made an asseveration to confirm the authenticity of the documents.

Translations

Translations of the word "asseveration" in other languages:

🇵🇹 afirmação

🇮🇳 अधिकारिक बयान

🇩🇪 Beteuerung

🇮🇩 penegasan

🇺🇦 застереження

🇵🇱 zapewnienie

🇯🇵 断言

🇫🇷 assermentation

🇪🇸 aseveración

🇹🇷 kesin ifade

🇰🇷 주장

🇸🇦 تصريح

🇨🇿 prohlášení

🇸🇰 vyhlásenie

🇨🇳 声明

🇸🇮 trditev

🇮🇸 yfirskrift

🇰🇿 белгілеу

🇬🇪 განმარტება

🇦🇿 bəyannamə

🇲🇽 aseveración

Etymology

The term 'asseveration' originates from the Latin word 'asseveratio', which is derived from 'asseverare', meaning 'to affirm' or 'to assert'. The Latin components include 'ad-', meaning 'to', and 'severus', meaning 'serious' or 'strict'. Thus, the word carries a connotation of making a serious or solemn assertion. It was adopted into English in the 16th century, primarily used in legal and rhetorical contexts, where precise and emphatic statements of fact were necessary. Over time, its use has expanded but remains associated with formal declarations. The roots of this term reflect the importance of clarity and confidence in communication, especially in settings where truth and legitimacy are vital.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,360, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.