Answer: affirms

AnswerCrossword Clue
AFFIRMSStates before the court
AFFIRMSDeclares solemnly
AFFIRMSUpholds
AFFIRMSRatifies.
AFFIRMSStates positively.
AFFIRMSStates positively
AFFIRMSCorroborates
AFFIRMSSwears to
AFFIRMSValidates
affirmsState as a fact; assert strongly and publicly
affirmsAFFIRM, to state positively
affirmsMake a formal declaration rather than taking an oath (e.g., to testify truthfully)
affirms(of a court) Uphold (a decision) on appeal
affirmsOffer (someone) emotional support or encouragement
affirmsDeclare one's support for; uphold or defend
affirmsAccept or confirm the validity of (a judgment or agreement); ratify