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confirmation The act of confirming or making certain that something is true, especially through a formal or official process. ■ After the initial reports of the UFO sighting were met with skepticism, the government finally issued a confirmation that they had indeed seen an unidentified flying object., A statement or declaration that something is true, especially for legal purposes. ■ "I confirm that I am over 18 years old" was the response of the teenager when asked to sign the consent form for the tattoo parlor., The official approval or ratification of a decision or action. ■ "We have received the confirmation from the board that our proposal has been approved" was met with cheers and applause at the company meeting., A formal acknowledgement or recognition of something, especially for religious purposes. ■ "I confirm my faith in Jesus Christ and ask for his guidance in my life" was said during the baptismal ceremony.
corroboration The act of providing evidence or confirmation to support something, usually through the use of witnesses or documents. ■ "I need corroboration for my claim that I saw a flying saucer last night. Can you provide any witnesses who can confirm my story?"