Affirmant

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Meaning of Affirmant

In practice. One who makes affirmation instead of making oath that the evidence which he is about to give shall be the truth, as if he had been sworn.

What does Affirmant mean in American Law?

The definition of Affirmant in the law of the United States, as defined by the lexicographer Arthur Leff in his legal dictionary is:

One who affirms, especially one who makes a solemn statement but not under oath, i.e., a non-swearing species [of] affiant or deponent.

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Synonyms of Affirmant

noun

  • affirmer
  • apprizer
  • attestant
  • attestator
  • attester
  • confirmist
  • deponent
  • one who testifies under oath
  • testifier
  • voucher
  • Associated Concepts: affidavit
  • affirmation
  • deponent
  • oath
  • perjury

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