verification — the process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌverɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The password verification failed because I typed 'password123' instead of 'Password123' - apparently my computer is very picky about capital letters!
- Age verification at online stores is so strict that even my 90-year-old grandmother gets asked for her birthdate.
- Document verification can take up to 5 business days.
verification
NOUN[/ˌverɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
the process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
The verification of the experiment was completed before the results were published.
Document verification was completed before the contract was signed. (✅ Check + 📄 Evidence → Verification)
Product verification led to certification and finally to qualification for sale.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'verificare', combining 'verus' (true) and 'facere' (to make). The word entered English via Old French 'verification' in the late 16th century.
Breakdown
verify (from Latin verus 'true' + facere 'to make') + -ication (noun suffix indicating the process or result) = verification
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The password verification failed because I typed 'password123' instead of 'Password123' - apparently my computer is very picky about capital letters!”
“Age verification at online stores is so strict that even my 90-year-old grandmother gets asked for her birthdate.”
“Document verification can take up to 5 business days.”
“The bank requires phone verification before processing large transactions.”
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