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affirmation - declaration - assertion - proclamation - acknowledgment - admission - confession profession - announcement - statement - testimony - avouchment - recognition - acceptance - disclosure - revelation - avowance - asseveration - attestation - confirmation - endorsement - certification - validation - verification - corroboration - support - ratification - approval - sanction - consent - concession
An avowal is an open and unequivocal statement, often used to assert one's beliefs, feelings, or opinions. It stands as a public declaration of truth or belief, made in a straightforward manner without any intention of concealment. The term can be synonymous with terms like confession, acknowledgement, or affirmation, and is typically used in contexts where sincerity and transparency are key. For instance, someone might make an avowal of love, a political stance, or an allegiance to a cause. This term emphasizes the importance of honesty and openness in communication.