Meaning & use

words of affirmation

noun·Academic

Spoken or written statements of praise, encouragement, or love used to support and validate someone.

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He shows love through words of affirmation, always telling his partner how proud he is of her.

A simple text with words of affirmation can brighten someone's entire day.

A note on using this word

Words of affirmation is one of the five "love languages" popularized in relationship self-help writing.

Words with a similar meaning

encouragementcompliments

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