Confirmation: meaning, definitions and examples

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confirmation

[ ˌkɒnfəˈmeɪʃ(ə)n ]

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information

The action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed.

Synonyms

approval, validation, verification

Examples of usage

He sought confirmation from the teacher that his answer was correct.
After receiving a confirmation email, she knew her order had been processed.
The confirmation of the reservation came through just in time for their trip.
Please wait for a confirmation before proceeding with the next steps.
The confirmation of identity is required before accessing the account.

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religion

A rite or ceremony performed in some Christian churches as a sign of the reception of the Holy Communion.

Synonyms

affirmation, blessing, sacrament

Examples of usage

The confirmation ceremony is an important milestone in the life of a young Christian.
He was confirmed in the church at a young age.
She prepared for confirmation by attending classes and studying the teachings.

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reservation

A written acknowledgment that a specified article or sum of money has been received as an exchange for goods or services.

Synonyms

acknowledgment, receipt, voucher

Examples of usage

The confirmation of payment was sent via email.
Please present your confirmation at the check-in counter.
He showed the confirmation to claim his reserved seat.
After receiving the confirmation, they proceeded with the delivery.

Translations

Translations of the word "confirmation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 confirmação

🇮🇳 पुष्टि

🇩🇪 Bestätigung

🇮🇩 konfirmasi

🇺🇦 підтвердження

🇵🇱 potwierdzenie

🇯🇵 確認 (かくにん)

🇫🇷 confirmation

🇪🇸 confirmación

🇹🇷 onay

🇰🇷 확인 (hwagin)

🇸🇦 تأكيد

🇨🇿 potvrzení

🇸🇰 potvrdenie

🇨🇳 确认 (quèrèn)

🇸🇮 potrditev

🇮🇸 staðfesting

🇰🇿 растау

🇬🇪 დადასტურება

🇦🇿 təsdiq

🇲🇽 confirmación

Word origin

The word 'confirmation' originated from the Latin word 'confirmare', which means 'to make firm' or 'to strengthen'. The term has been used in various contexts throughout history, including religious ceremonies and official acknowledgments. Over time, 'confirmation' has become a common term in everyday language to denote the act of verifying or validating something. It continues to be used widely in different fields to signify the process of affirming or approving a particular action or statement.