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Definition confirm in British English

confirm verb

verb
/kənˈfɜː(r)m/
1

to prove that something is true

Example

The study confirms the findings of earlier research.

Example

Please bring something with you that confirms your identity.

Example

The doctor may do a test to confirm that you are pregnant.

Synonyms and related words
show prove point to
1.1

to make you feel sure that an idea or belief is right or true

Example

Their strange behaviour was enough to confirm my suspicions.

Example

When she saw the letter her worst fears were confirmed.

Example

His words confirmed me in my belief that our cause was right.

Synonyms and related words
show prove point to
1.2

to say that something is definitely true because you know about it

Example

We cannot confirm the number of jobs that will be lost.

Example

The head teacher confirmed that two pupils had been expelled.

Synonyms and related words
show prove point to
2

to tell someone, usually by writing or telephoning, that something will definitely happen at the time or in the way that has been arranged

Example

The date of the meeting is still to be confirmed.

Example

You can make an appointment now, and then call nearer the time to confirm.

Synonyms and related words
make certain beyond (any) doubt confirm
3

to formally support something and allow it to happen

Example

The parliament's decision still has to be confirmed in a referendum.

Synonyms and related words
support back get behind
3.1

to formally accept someone new in an important position

Example

Nigel Hill was yesterday confirmed as the new chief executive.

Synonyms and related words
employ appoint take on
4

to formally accept someone into the Christian Church or a Reform Jewish Church in a special ceremony

Synonyms and related words
amen anthem baptise
Definition confirm in British English