Dictionary entry

Affirm (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Af‐firm″, v. i. 1. To declare or assert positively.

Not that I so affirm, though so it seem

To thee, who hast thy dwelling here on earth.

Milton.

2. (Law) To make a solemn declaration, before an authorized magistrate or tribunal, under the penalties of perjury; to testify by affirmation.