Definitions

verify

[ver-uh-fahy] / ˈvɛr əˌfaɪ /

VERB

confirm, validate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authenticate certify check corroborate demonstrate double-check establish find out justify prove substantiate

STRONG

attest debunk document eye eyeball peg settle size support test try

WEAK

add up bear out check out check up check up on hold up make certain make sure pan out size up stand up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse contradict deny discredit disprove hide invalidate reject

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

BBC Verify asked the White House how the plans and purpose of the ballroom had changed since it was first announced - it said they hadn't.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

BBC Verify asked the US Department of Defense about what exactly it has requested but has not received a response.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

BBC Verify has examined how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed over the past year.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

BBC Verify has used satellite imagery from other international providers combined with older images from Planet to track the damage caused by Iranian attacks.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Verify the setting of the plane of the horizon from time to time, to make sure that no change has occurred in it.

From A Text-Book of Astronomy by Comstock, George C.

Vocabulary lists containing verify

List 1

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Tier 2 Words for the SBAC ELA Items

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!