confirmation

/ˌkɑnfɚˈmeɪʃən/B2Loopy word list, level 4 · Advanced

Definition

  • n. additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
  • n. information that confirms or verifies
  • n. a ceremony held in the synagogue (usually at Pentecost) to admit as adult members of the Jewish community young men and women who have successfully completed a course of study in Judaism

Word forms

Plural
confirmations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    I received an email confirming my appointment for next week.

  2. n.

    The software requires confirmation before making any changes.