To state under a solemn promise to tell the truth which is considered legally equivalent to an oath, especially of those who have religious or other moral objections to swearing oaths; also solemnly affirm.
To make firm; to confirm, or ratify; especially (law) to assert or confirm, as a judgment, decree, or order, brought before an appellate court for review.
To agree, verify or concur; to answer positively.
To assert positively; to tell with confidence; to aver; to maintain as true.
To support or encourage.
To acknowledge and justify, as an act done. See avowry.
To declare openly and boldly, as something believed to be right; to own, acknowledge or confess frankly.
To bind or devote by a vow.