correctly-validated
|cor-rect-ly-val-i-dat-ed|
B2
/kəˈrɛktli ˈvælɪˌdeɪtɪd/
(validate)
confirmation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'validate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'validare,' where 'validus' meant 'strong' or 'effective.'
Historical Evolution
'validare' transformed into the French word 'valider,' and eventually became the modern English word 'validate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make strong or effective,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to confirm or check for accuracy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having been checked or confirmed for accuracy and correctness.
The data was correctly-validated before being used in the report.
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Last updated: 2025/06/12 05:34