1. providing emotional support, encouragement, or validation

1. present participle of affirm; stating or declaring positively; confirming as true
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• The witness was affirming her previous testimony under oath.
• He kept affirming his commitment to the project despite setbacks.
• The teacher’s affirming comments boosted the student’s confidence.
• She appreciated her friend’s affirming response to her concerns.
• The counselor used affirming language to help build self-esteem.
• By affirming the contract terms, both parties agreed to proceed.
• The affirming nod from her boss indicated approval of her proposal.