affirmative
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/əˈfɜːrmətɪv/
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/əˈfɜːmətɪv/
meaning 'yes' or showing agreement
She gave an affirmative answer when asked if she would help.
彼女は手伝うかどうか尋ねられたとき、肯定的な答えを出した。
stating something is true or happened, without using 'no' or 'not'
The teacher explained the difference between affirmative and negative statements.
先生は肯定文と否定文の違いを説明した。
a word or answer that means 'yes' or shows agreement
When asked if he was ready, he replied with a clear affirmative.
準備ができているか尋ねられたとき、彼は明確な肯定で答えた。
used to say 'yes' or agree to something
"Affirmative, we will proceed as planned," the captain said.
「了解、計画通り進めます」と船長は言った。