asseveration
/ˌæs.vɪˈrˌeɪ.ʃən/ /ˌæs.vəˈrɪˌeɪ.ʃən/Definitions
1. noun
The act of affirming or declaring something with firmness and confidence, often with emphasis on its truth or accuracy.
“Her asseveration that she had not seen the movie was met with skepticism by her friend.”
2. noun
A statement or declaration made with firmness and confidence, often with emphasis on its truth or accuracy.
“The politician’s asseveration that the economy was improving was contradicted by the latest statistics.”