affirmation
/ˌæfəˈmeɪʃn; ˌæfɚ`meʃən/ n
1 [C, U] (act of) affirming 肯定; 断言
The poem is a joyous affirmation of the power of love. 这首诗以欢快的笔触肯定了爱情的力量.
2 [C]
(a) thing that is affirmed 肯定的事物.
(b) (law 律) solemn declaration made in court instead of an oath （在法庭上不经宣誓而作的）郑重陈词.