Affirmation
the act of affirming, in the sense of solemnly declaring in a court of law that certain testimony about to be given is true. Also, the statement made. First, the Quakers and Moravians, who objected on conscientious grounds, to take oaths, were allowed to make solemn affirmations instead; now, everyone objecting to take an oath has the same privilege; but, as is just, false affirmations, no less than false oaths, are liable to the penalties of perjury.