affirmatory

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affirmatory (comparative more affirmatory, superlative most affirmatory)

  1. Giving affirmation; assertive; affirmative.
    • 1855-1863, William Massey, A History of England During the Reign of George the Third
      The House being resolved into a committee to consider the state of the nation , Mr . Pitt moved three resolutions , the first , declaratory of the King's disability ; the second , affirmatory of the right and duty of both Houses to provide for the exercise of royal authority []

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