validation — the action of checking or proving the validity or accuracy of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of checking or proving the validity or accuracy of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The app crashed because it lacked proper input validation.
- He posted his workout selfie on Instagram for validation from strangers.
- The scientific theory requires validation through repeated experiments.
validation
NOUN[/ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/]
the action of checking or proving the validity or accuracy of something

The ticket passed validation, so they could enter the concert.

The scientist's conclusion gained validation from strong evidence. (VALID + CHECK = VALIDATION → the process of confirming that something is valid)

Validation brought confirmation and earned everyone's trust.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin validus, meaning 'strong' or 'healthy,' which evolved into the verb validate, signifying 'to make valid or effective.' The suffix -tion was then added to nominalize the verb, producing the noun validation with the meaning of 'verification' or 'confirmation.'
Breakdown
valid (effective, having strength or legal force, from Latin validus) + -ation (noun-forming suffix indicating the action or result of a process).
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📝Examples
“The app crashed because it lacked proper input validation.”
“He posted his workout selfie on Instagram for validation from strangers.”
“The scientific theory requires validation through repeated experiments.”
“My mom's validation of my cooking skills meant more than any restaurant review.”
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