validate

[val-i-deyt] / ˈvæl ɪˌdeɪt /

VERB

ascertain the truth, authenticity of something

Synonyms

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approve certify confirm corroborate endorse justify legalize legitimize ratify substantiate verify

STRONG

authenticate authorize constitute okay sanction

WEAK

John Hancock bear out give stamp of approval give the go-ahead give the green light give the nod make binding make legal make stick rubber-stamp set seal on sign off on

Antonyms

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contradict deny disagree disallow disapprove discredit disprove invalidate oppose refuse reject repudiate veto

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“We are validating our plans and training today,” Hoover told IOC members at the committee’s 145th session, “so that when the world arrives in L.A., we will be ready.”

From Los Angeles Times

“The agency and the administration has done a complete 180 from that investigation. So is it validating? Sure. Energizing? Definitely,” Borges said.

From MarketWatch

“Ten dollars for an hour! I hope they validate,” she grumped again at the parking garage.

From Literature

The county said it came to an agreement Thursday and plans to turn over $400 million on Friday, which would “cover claims that have already been validated,” according to a statement from Nicchitta.

From Los Angeles Times

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