valid — legally or officially acceptable; having a sound basis in logic or fact
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: legally or officially acceptable; having a sound basis in logic or fact
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvælɪd/
Korean meaning: 유효한, 타당한, 근거가 있는
Korean pronunciation: 밸-리드 (강세: 밸)
Example Sentences
- His excuse for being late wasn't valid - he just overslept again!
- The coupon is only valid until the end of this month.
- She made a valid point about why cats would make better presidents than dogs.
valid
ADJECTIVE//ˈvælɪd//
legally or officially acceptable; having a sound basis in logic or fact
legally or officially acceptable; having a sound basis in logic or fact
A valid contract becomes solid as gold!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'validus' meaning 'strong' or 'powerful,' derived from the verb 'valere' meaning 'to be strong or have power.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 16th century to mean legally or officially acceptable.
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📝Examples
“His excuse for being late wasn't valid - he just overslept again!”
“The coupon is only valid until the end of this month.”
“She made a valid point about why cats would make better presidents than dogs.”
“Your driver's license needs to be valid to rent a car.”
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