affirm

vt.

1. 断言，申明，坚称[+that]
   He affirmed his loyalty to his country.

   他声言忠于自己的国家。

2. 证实，确认[（+as）]
   She was affirmed as a candidate.

   她被确认为候选人。

3. 【律】（不经宣誓而）证明

vi.

1. 断言
2. 【律】（不经宣誓而）提供正式证词