falsely-validated
|false-ly-val-i-dat-ed|
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/ˈfɔːlsli 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 approve.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that has been incorrectly or deceitfully confirmed as true or legitimate.
The report was falsely-validated, leading to incorrect conclusions.
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Last updated: 2025/06/12 05:17