reaffirm
UK: ˌriːəˈfɜːm | US: ˌriːəˈfɜːrm
vt. to state or assert again with conviction
vt. to confirm or validate a previous statement or belief
The word "reaffirm" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the verb "affirm" (from Latin "affirmare," meaning "to make firm" or "declare"). The prefix "re-" adds the sense of repetition, while "affirm" retains its core meaning of asserting something strongly. Over time, "reaffirm" evolved to emphasize the act of restating or reinforcing a belief or position, often in formal or legal contexts.
The CEO reaffirmed the company's commitment to sustainability.
She reaffirmed her support for the policy during the interview.
The court's decision reaffirmed the importance of free speech.
He reaffirmed his vows on their tenth anniversary.
The study's results reaffirm earlier findings about climate change.