AFFIRMATION

Used in affidavits and depositions which are affirmed, instead of sworn to in place of the word "deponent." AffirmaDti11 est probare. He who affirms must prove. Porter v. Stevens, 9 Cush. (Ma .) _535. Afiirinauti, DOD Deganti iDcum.bit probatio. The [burden of] proof lies upon him who affirms, not upon one who denies. Steph. Pl 84. [s. 54]