Synonyms for

Validation

Verb / ˌvælʌˈdeɪʃʌn / Another word for validation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Validation means the act of checking or proving the correctness or accuracy of something

Synonyms & similar words

establishment substantiation proof confirmation verification authentication substantiation corroboration attestation endorsement approval validation accreditation ratification sanction permission authorization license certification warrant guarantee testimony evidence

Synonyms by register

Formal

confirmation verification substantiation endorsement

Informal

approval backing okay go-ahead

Literary

ratification attestation

Antonyms

rejection denial disproof refutation negation contradiction

Common collocations

  • validation process
  • data validation
  • input validation
  • validation rules
  • validation error
  • user validation
  • validation check

Word family

noun validation
verb validate
adjective validating
adverb validly

Usage note

Validation often implies a formal or systematic process of confirming something's accuracy or legitimacy. While 'approval' can be a synonym, it's generally less formal and might not involve rigorous checking.

Example sentences

  1. The validation of her passport took a long time.
  2. The teacher gave the student's work a validation sticker.
  3. The scientist needs to do more experiments for validation of the theory.
  4. The bank required validation of the customer's identity.
  5. The validation of the new software was successful.

Quotes

  • The validation of others is not the way you want to derive your sense of self-worth. - Lupita Nyong'o
  • I hope you find validation, that it's okay to live life on your own terms, and it's okay to do it in a way that's authentic to you. - Laverne Cox
  • The ultimate validation of a songwriter is when someone covers your song. - Billy Joel

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