Reconfirmation: meaning, definitions and examples

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reconfirmation

 

[ ˌriːˈkɒnfərˌmeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

confirmation process

Reconfirmation refers to the act of confirming something again, typically to ensure its accuracy or validity. This term is often used in contexts where previous confirmations may need to be reiterated or updated, such as in travel bookings, appointments, or agreements. It helps to eliminate uncertainties and reinforces the commitment to a previous arrangement. Reconfirmation is crucial in various fields, including business, logistics, and personal affairs.

Synonyms

confirmation, reaffirmation, revalidation, verification

Examples of usage

  • I called the airline for reconfirmation of my flight.
  • The realtor requested reconfirmation of our meeting.
  • Reconfirmation of the booking is necessary before travel.
  • He sent an email for reconfirmation of the contract terms.

Translations

Translations of the word "reconfirmation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reconfirmação

🇮🇳 पुनः पुष्टि

🇩🇪 Bestätigung

🇮🇩 konfirmasi ulang

🇺🇦 підтвердження

🇵🇱 potwierdzenie

🇯🇵 再確認

🇫🇷 reconfirmation

🇪🇸 reconfirmación

🇹🇷 yeniden onaylama

🇰🇷 재확인

🇸🇦 إعادة التأكيد

🇨🇿 potvrzení

🇸🇰 potvrdenie

🇨🇳 重新确认

🇸🇮 ponovna potrditev

🇮🇸 afturstaðfesting

🇰🇿 қайта растау

🇬🇪 მეორე დადასტურება

🇦🇿 təkrar təsdiq

🇲🇽 reconfirmación

Etymology

The word 'reconfirmation' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning again, and the root word 'confirmation'. The root 'confirmation' originates from the Latin 'confirmatio', which comes from 'confirmare', meaning to make firm or strengthen. The construction of 'reconfirmation' follows the pattern of similar words in English that denote a repetition or reiteration of action. Over time, the usage of the term has expanded, becoming popular in various sectors, especially in business and travel, where ensuring the accuracy of arrangements is critical. The term reflects the increasingly complex nature of communication and arrangements in a globalized world, which often necessitates the need for clarity and assurance through repeated confirmations.