1. adjective /əˈfɜːmətɪv,əˈfɝmətɪv/
a) pertaining to truth; asserting that something is
2. noun /əˈfɜːmətɪv,əˈfɝmətɪv/
Thats an affirmative Houston, the space shuttle has lost the secondary thrusters.
b) An answer that shows agreement or acceptance.
10-4 good buddy. Thats an affirmative - the tractor trailer is in the ditch at the side of the highway.
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