This is the 2405th most frequent Portuguese word.
afirmaram
"Affirmed" or "stated (they)."
Here, 'afirmaram' is used to convey the action of stating or asserting a piece of information in a formal context.
Os cientistas afirmaram que novos estudos são necessários.
The scientists stated that new studies are needed.
In this sentence, 'afirmaram' expresses the action of declaring or asserting one's readiness or position regarding a topic.
Eles afirmaram estar preparados para o desafio.
They asserted that they were ready for the challenge.
Here, 'afirmaram' refers to the act of confirming or asserting an observation or testimony in a factual context.