Affirmative

/əˈfɜrmətɪv/ adjective

Definition

expressing agreement or consent; positive rather than negative

Etymology

From Latin 'affirmare' (to make firm, assert)

Kelly Says

In military and aviation, 'affirmative' replaced 'yes' because it's harder to mishear over radio static - clarity saves lives!

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