validations

/ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃənz/

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 examining information, results, claims, or procedures to establish their accuracy, reliability, or correctness.

Synonyms

  • confirmations
  • corroborations
  • demonstrations
  • substantiations
  • verifications

Antonyms

  • disproofs
  • refutations

Examples

  • The extensive testing process included multiple rounds of validations to ensure software reliability.
  • The research project underwent rigorous peer reviews as part of the scientific community's validations.
  • The quality control team performed meticulous validations to guarantee the accuracy of manufacturing processes.
  • The success of the experiment relied on the careful design and execution of data validations.

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1.2. Supporting evidence and documentation

Documents, certificates, testimony, or other forms of evidence that establish or demonstrate the truth, authenticity, or legitimacy of something.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The regulatory authorities demanded thorough validations before approving the new medical procedure.

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NOUN

2. Recognition of emotional experiences

The process through which others acknowledge and confirm the legitimacy of a person's emotions or feelings.

2.1. Emotional acknowledgment and affirmation

The experience of having one's feelings, emotions, or personal experiences recognized and accepted as legitimate or understandable by others.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • dismissals
  • invalidations
  • rejections

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NOUN

3. Identification of prison gang affiliation

The process of identifying or determining a new prisoner's affiliation with a particular gang.

3.1. Prison gang identification

The process used in correctional facilities to determine the gang affiliation or group association of newly admitted prisoners.

Synonyms

Related Words

  • classification
  • gang affiliation
  • prisoner assessment
  • correctional screening