validation
/ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/
NOUN
1. The act of confirming validity
The process or act of establishing that something is valid, accurate, acceptable, or supported by evidence.
1.1. Verification and confirmation
The process of checking information, results, claims, or procedures to establish their accuracy, reliability, or correctness.
Synonyms
- confirmation
- corroboration
- authentication
- verification
- substantiation
- attestation
- affirmation
- proof
- demonstration
Antonyms
- disproof
- refutation
- denial
- assumption
- conjecture
- presumption
- suspicion
Examples
- The successful completion of the experiment provided strong validation for the proposed hypothesis.
- The researcher sought peer review as a crucial step in the validation of the scientific findings.
- The software update underwent extensive testing for quality assurance and validation.
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1.2. Official approval and acceptance
The formal recognition, approval, or authorization of something as acceptable, legitimate, or compliant with established requirements.
Synonyms
- acceptance
- approval
- accord
- agreement
- assent
- consent
- endorsement
- sanction
- recognition
- authorization
- admission
- okay
- green light
- stamp of approval
Antonyms
- disapproval
- disagreement
- opposition
- refusal
- rejection
- veto
- dissension
Examples
- The regulatory agency conducted thorough inspections as part of the product's validation process.
- The official certification served as a tangible form of validation for the company's commitment to safety standards.
Related Words
- certificate
- documentation
- identification
- voucher
- visa
- warrant
1.3. Supporting evidence and proof
Something that serves as evidence, documentation, or testimony to establish the truth or legitimacy of a claim or fact.
Synonyms
- attestation
- authentication
- certificate
- confirmation
- corroboration
- documentation
- evidence
- exhibit
- proof
- substantiation
- testament
- testimonial
- testimony
- voucher
- witness
Antonyms
- accusation
- allegation
- assumption
- conjecture
- guess
- presumption
- surmise
Examples
- The successful completion of the experiment provided strong validation for the proposed hypothesis.
- The official certification served as a tangible form of validation for the company's commitment to safety standards.
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NOUN
2. Recognition of emotional experiences
The process by which another person acknowledges and confirms the legitimacy of someone's feelings, emotions, or personal experiences.
2.1. Emotional acknowledgment and affirmation
The experience of having one's feelings, emotions, or personal experiences recognized and accepted as understandable or legitimate by others.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- denial
- disapproval
- rejection
- dismissal
Related Words
- agreement
- assent
- consent
- support
- understanding
NOUN
3. Identification of prison gang affiliation
The process of identifying or determining a new prisoner's association with a particular gang.
3.1. Prison gang identification
The process used in a correctional setting to determine the gang affiliation or group association of a newly admitted prisoner.
Synonyms
Related Words
- classification
- gang affiliation
- prisoner
- correctional facility